Game 131: Yankees at Orioles (updated with postseason ticket information)
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YANKEES (82-48)
Jeter SS
Damon LF
Teixeira 1B
Matsui DH
Posada C
Cano 2B
Swisher RF
Hairston 3B
Cabrera CF
Pitching: LHP Andy Pettitte (11-6, 4.18).
ORIOLES (54-77)
Roberts 2B
Izturis SS
Jones CF
Markakis RF
Reimold LF
Mora 3B
Scott DH
Wieters C
Wigginton 1B
Pitching: RHP Jeremy Guthrie (9-12, 5.26).
TIME/TV: 7:05, YES.
STATE OF THE STRIPES: The Yankees have won three straight, four of five and 20 of the last 26. They start the day with a six-game lead on Boston in the AL East and a 4.5-game lead on Los Angeles for the best record in the AL. The Red Sox are idle today and the Angels are at Seattle later on.
BALTIMORE CHOP: The Yankees are 9-3 against the Orioles this season.
BABY, PLEASE DON’T GO: The Yankees are 20-7 in August.
THE JETER METER: Jeter is 45 of 118 (.381) this month with 26 runs scored, 17 RBI and 11 extra-base hits. He has reached base in the first inning in nine of the last 13 games.
DAMONSTRABLY GOOD: Johnny Damon is 9 of his last 23 with six runs scored, five RBI and three extra-base hits.
POSADA POWER: Jorge Posada is 8 of his last 20 with five extra-base hits and 10 RBI.
ANDY’S DANDY: Andy Pettitte is 3-1 with a 2.79 ERA in eight starts since the All-Star break. He has allowed only 43 hits over 51.2 innings while striking out 54.
PETTITTE VS. THE O’S: Pettitte faced Baltimore on July 20. He held them to one run over 7.1 innings and struck out eight but was not involved in the decision.
HISTORICAL SUCCESS: Pettitte is 25-6 with a 3.65 ERA in 38 career appearances against Baltimore. He has more wins against the Orioles than any other team.
GUTHRIE’S A GONER: Jeremy Guthrie is 1-2 with a 5.21 ERA in three starts against the Yankees this season.
COKE IS REALLY NOT IT: Phil Coke’s last 14 appearances: 11 innings, 15 hits, 13 earned runs, 4 walks, 7 strikeouts and 4 home runs.
Coke has allowed 10 home runs. Only one reliever in the American League have given up more: Jensen Lewis of Cleveland (11) . Baltimore’s Brian Mass also has allowed 10 dingers.
ON THE iPOD RIGHT NOW: Shut Up And Get On The Plane by The Drive-By Truckers. You know who turned me on to the Truckers? The estimable George King of the Post.
Back with more later.
UPDATE, 5:39 p.m.: Just a normal day off for A-Rod. He last had one on Aug. 14. … Because the Yankees feel a silly need to play “I’ve Got a Secret” with everything, Girardi would only say that “more than two pitchers” will get called up tomorrow “and a couple” of position players.
Just a guess: Cervelli, Pena, Melancon, Albaladejo and either Claggett or Ramirez.
UPDATE, 6:01 p.m.: Chuck Liddell, the MMA guy, was on the field before the game and played catch with Joba. He had a tattoo on his head.
UPDATE, 6:07 p.m.: Good news on IPK via the AP:
Yankees pitcher Ian Kennedy will throw batting practice Wednesday for the first time since surgery May 12 to remove an aneurysm from beneath his right biceps.
Kennedy said he felt great after throwing 45 pitches off a mound Monday. The right-hander will make 30 pitches during Wednesday’s session. He also is scheduled to face hitters Saturday and the following Tuesday.
UPDATE, 6:09 p.m.: Gritty, gutty, scrappy and determined Brett Gardner took 30 swings off a tee and took some soft toss yesterday. He will take BP on the field tomorrow and hopes to join up with Triple-A Scranton by Thursday. “I feel really good, it’s getting better every day,” he said.
UPDATE, 7:01 p.m.: It’s almost comical how many more Yankees fans there are here tonight. The Yankees lineup got huge cheers and when Posada came out to go to the bullpen to warm up Pettitte he got an ovation.
UPDATE, 7:05 p.m.: We are underway at Yankee Stadium South. Nice night in the Charm City. Enjoy the game.
UPDATE, 7:19 p.m.: Yankees just released this info on postseason pricing:
The Yankees today announced 2009 postseason ticket pricing for potential games at Yankee Stadium in the American League Division Series, American League Championship Series and World Series. Prices for the vast majority of postseason tickets are less than those that were charged by the Yankees for equivalent seating in the 2007 postseason at the original Yankee Stadium.
Regular season ticket prices for full-season ticket licensees (non-Suites) will be replicated for the 2009 American League Division Series (i.e., a Main Level ticket that costs a full-season ticket licensee $60 in the 2009 regular season will cost the same licensee $60 for the ALDS), however, full-season ticket licensees (non-Suites) of $325 Field Level seats may purchase their seats for the ALDS at the lower price of $275 each.
For full-season ticket licensees (non-Suite), prices will range from $5-$275 per ticket for the ALDS, $10-$350 per ticket for the ALCS, and $50-$425 per ticket for the World Series.
Full-season Suite licensees in the Legends Suite, Delta Sky360° Suite and Jim Beam Suite, have all already paid their Suite license fees. Accordingly, they will only be required to purchase their Suite tickets, which will range from $65-$275 per Suite ticket for the ALDS, $115-$350 per Suite ticket for the ALCS, and $150-$425 per Suite ticket for the World Series. As with the regular season, Legends Suite licensees will also be required to pay a per-game food and beverage fee, but not a Suite license fee.
All ticket purchasers must also pay a Major League Baseball-sanctioned handling fee, which ranges in price from $1 for each ALDS ticket priced at $5 to a maximum of $6 for each ALDS ticket priced at $40 or more. The handling fee for each ticket will be set based upon ALDS ticket pricing and remain the same for all subsequent postseason rounds, regardless of the ticket price.
Please note that the quantity of postseason tickets available to those who are not 2009 season ticket licensees will be limited and vary for each postseason round. Yankee Stadium has a seating capacity of 50,235, excluding standing room. For each postseason game, the first opportunity to purchase tickets is provided to current season-ticket licensees, which represent in excess of 37,000 full-season equivalent ticket licenses. Major League Baseball directs clubs to dedicate approximately 3,000 tickets per game for players of the participating clubs and to accommodate the media. In addition, Major League Baseball requires approximately 5,500 tickets per ALDS game, 7,000 tickets per ALCS game and 9,500 tickets per World Series game.
Subject to availability, non-Suite tickets for public sale will range from $5-$375 per ticket for the ALDS, $10-$400 per ticket for the ALCS, and $50-$425 per ticket for the World Series, and in all cases the handling fee will be added. The date of any public on-sale has not been determined at this time. For information as it becomes available, please visit www.yankees.com.
UPDATE, 7:33 p.m.: It’s a road game, so Swisher connects. 1-0 Yankees. … Pettitte dominating through two innings.
UPDATE, 7:45 p.m.: This from the Yankees:
The Yankees have acquired minor league outfielder Freddy Guzman from Triple-A Norfolk (Baltimore) in exchange for a player to be named later or cash. Guzman will be assigned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
In 95 combined games with Triple-A Tacoma, Pawtucket and Norfolk this season, Guzman batted .218 (72-for-329) with nine doubles, four triples, two home runs, 16 RBI and 38 stolen bases. He appeared in the Majors with the San Diego Padres in 2004 and the Texas Rangers in 2006 and 2007.
UPDATE, 8:01 p.m.: Perfect Pettitte starts this inning having thrown 28 of 36 pitches for strikes.
UPDATE, 8:06 p.m.: Wow, 12 up and 12 down for Pettitte. He has struck out four. Nothing close to a hit for Baltimore yet.
UPDATE, 8:15 p.m.: Do you get the feeling that a bunt is somehow going to screw up a playoff game for the Yankees? I sure do.
Yankees up 2-0. No outs, runners on first and second against a struggling pitcher and Melky is up having doubled in the third inning.
Girardi has him bunt and it hands Baltimore an out at third base. It’s a senseless play. Why give Guthrie any help?
UPDATE, 8:18 p.m.: And Jeter GIDP to ends the inning. They get what they deserve there. Maybe Melky would have, say, gotten another hit. He came to the plate 9 for 19 against Guthrie in his career. But, no, take the bat out of his hands.
UPDATE, 8:20 p.m.: Wait, it gets worse, Melky was 9 for 19 against Guthrie with SIX EXTRA BASE HITS and Girardi had him bunt.
UPDATE, 8:24 p.m.: 15 up and 15 down for Andy Pettitte. He’s making the O’s look silly.
UPDATE, 8:34 p.m.: This is getting serious now. Pettitte perfect through six. Nice play by Hairston on Weiters.
UPDATE, 8:52 p.m.: Wow, Hairston lets a grounder through his legs to ruin the perfect game. Pettitte was only seven outs away. But the no-hitter remains intact.
UPDATE, 8:53 p.m.: Andy should pick Jones off.
This is still a game, by the way, Only 2-0.
UPDATE, 8:54 p.m.: So much for that. At least it was a clean single by Markakis.
UPDATE, 9:14 p.m.: That walk-off homer seems to have lifted Cano out of RISP oblivion. Yankees now lead 5-0 and the few Baltimore fans in the crowd are fleeing.
What a shame Hairston booted that ball. Would love to see if Andy could have finished that off.
UPDATE, 9:22 p.m.: There goes the shutout, too. Pettitte at only 90 pitches but he may be cooked. The emotions from the last inning must have chewed him up. How could they not?
UPDATE, 9:52 p.m.: Easy save for Mo. No. 37. Yankees win 5-1 and lead Boston by 6.5 games. Thirty games left to play now and they’re 83-48.
Back later with reaction. Kim Jones has Swish on the field for the YES postgame interview. That should be a hoot.
DAMONSTRABLY GOOD: Johnny Damon is 9 of his last 23 with six runs scored, five RBI and three extra-base hits.
*****
Bring back Johnny!!!!!!!
MPB Johnny Damon = Awesome
Beningo and Roberts all over these Joba Rules stuff. Pretty funny.
Ask Larry Bowa what he thinks of Brad Penny…..Besides he has no quality secondary pitches……Pete, if I need to reach you, do I go thru the paper ???? I have a question for you ……
I hope its singleton and flaherty or Cone, minus Kay.
Pat M
I have wrote him before and used his email at the right. He did answer back in a few days
The Rays already won. So let’s hope Texas can finally pull out a win against the MIA Jays and the Yanks can increase their lead even more.
What has happened to Coke?
Hope Marte can step up.
The 2 constants in the pen are Hughes and Mo.
Aceves looked good yesterday.
Yeah….. Check out the winning line up!!!!!!!!!
Jetes is engaged allegedly…
I did not play the line up game but the Hairston at 3b would have got me.
Congratulations go out to ADam, who correctly predicted today’s line up at 3:07.
Thanks to all who participated.
In a minute, I will update the final standings for this season of “Guess the Line Up”. Tomorrow, benfica356 will take over hosting duties and all statistics will be reset
The Jays and White Sox look like dead teams. Even Halladay is not pitching well.
I’d say no to acquiring Brad Penny unless it came down to getting him vs giving Kei Igawa the call-up.
Hopefully Sergio Mitre will be fine soon and expanding the rosters brings in enough fresh arms to take a chance on for the spot 5-spot start.
Pat M
Pete’s e-mail address is next to his mug shot at the right.
I just noticed something-
I hosted 27 official rounds of Guess the Line Up. Does that feel like a sign or what???
Luke
August 31st, 2009 at 3:40 pm
Jetes is engaged allegedly…
Luke, are we supposed to take this as Gospel?
i’d imagine no one guessed right today. no A-Rod.
Forgot who said it on this blog last week – but if you think Coke is reliable think again….
Thanks Pete for the proof:
COKE IS REALLY NOT IT: Phil Coke’s last 14 appearances: 11 innings, 15 hits, 13 earned runs, 4 walks, 7 strikeouts and 4 home runs.
Coke has allowed 10 home runs. Only one reliever in the American League have given up more: Jensen Lewis of Cleveland (11) . Baltimore’s Brian Mass also has allowed 10 dingers.
Erica – always OPPC
August 31st, 2009 at 3:42 pm
I just noticed something-
I hosted 27 official rounds of Guess the Line Up. Does that feel like a sign or what???
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Im going with yes! Thats a great coincidence
Congratulations go out to Miggs. Who is our “Ultimate Line Up Guesser” for this season of GTLU.
Here are the FINAL standings for “Guess the Line Up”. After 27 rounds, there have been 67 different winners. Here are the participants with 3 wins or more:
Miggs – 8 wins – 7/23, 8/6, 8/11, 8/13, 8/18, 8/21, 8/25, 8/26
Ramey – 6 Wins – 7/22, 7/21, 8/6, 8/7, 8/11, 8/21
Andrew – 5 wins – 7/27, 8/6, 8/11, 8/21, 8/25
NYY626 – 5 wins – 8/4, 8/6, 8/7, 8/25, 8/28
RayVT – 4 wins – 8/5, 8/7, 8/21, 8/25
Upstate Kate – 4 wins – 8/6, 8/7, 8/21, 8/25
WTTALDS- 4 Wins – 7/24, 8/6, 8/11, 8/25
Yanksfan – 4 Wins – 7/28, 7/29, 8/6, 8/21
Benfica356 – 3 wins – 8/7, 8/25, 8/28
BlackAccord – 3 wins – 8/21, 8/25, 8/28
CM – 3 wins – 8/5, 8/6, 8/7
Henner – 3 wins – 7/27, 8/7, 8/25
Hokiehill – 3 wins – 7/22, 8/21, 8/25
Jon Locke – 3 wins – 8/5, 8/6, 8/28
NYYROC – 3 wins – 8/21, 8/25, 8/28
Patrick (the Prospect Hugger) – 3 Wins – 7/27,7/17, 8/7
Rob in VT. – 3 wins – 8/13, 8/21, 8/28
SA – 3 wins – 8/6, 8/7, 8/25
UnKnown – 3 wins – 8/17, 8/21, 8/26
YankeeRay – 3 Wins – 8/5, 8/6, 8/7
Joe Girardi (no winner) 7/30, 7/31, 8/10, 8/12, 8/19
Scranton was awesome last night. You all should have been there.
I got Shelley’s autograph and some of us even did roll call and got most of the guys to respond.
Erica… wheres the love for today?
Any word on who will be called up tomorrow?
I’m guessing Edwar, Albaladejo, Melancon, Cervelli, Gardner, Pena are the automatics. Will we also see Duncan, Miranda, Dunn, Claggett…
Thoughts?
Penny to the SF Giants.
Chip
Joe said “a couple position players”
“3 or 4 pitchers” and maybe a couple guys after the SWB season is over.
so I think you’re close.
“I’m guessing Edwar, Albaladejo, Melancon, Cervelli, Gardner, Pena are the automatics. Will we also see Duncan, Miranda, Dunn, Claggett…”
They going to let some of these guys partake in SWB’s playoff run?
“Penny to the SF Giants.”
Should be a good move for the Rockies …….
i’d say cervelli is definite, pena too… melancon and albie are likely.
Yankees magic number to clinch AL East: 27
Yankees magic number to clinch playoff berth: 24
I love seeing the Truckers get some recognition outside of the South. One of my favorite bands And Pete the album you are listening to now is far and away my favorite
“I would fight them on the field”
Livan Hernandez commenting about pitch tipping.
I see whu Randy likes him so much.
ADam
August 31st, 2009 at 3:48 pm
Erica… wheres the love for today?
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Did you miss the post at 3:41? I am on top of my stuff
If I have to watch Edwar throw another changeup to a major league hitter im going to be sick. And Claggett stinks. I’ve seen enough of him too.
No reason to bring up so many. Melancon, Albaladejo and maybe one other pitcher. We do not need more than that. These guys shouldn’t pitch in meaningful spots anyway.
Did you miss the post at 3:41? I am on top of my stuff
Indeed I did… My bad.. Glad I won number 27… the only one that matters
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Thanks
Egawa is the only pitcher SWB needs, bring the rest up.
melancon may see some meaningful spots.
He and Robertson next season will be great for the pen.
Nice pickup for San Francisco as they push for the wild card….They have assembled an array of power arms….Randy Johnson will be in the pen as well in a few weeks…..That’s one team nobody is looking forward to play in the first round…..
Evan and Joe are talking about Tejada tipping pitches and not making plays he should have to help out buddies there are people who can confirm a meeting took place regarding this. Of course they bring up Alex. But they won’t mention that teammates refuted the claims and said they would have called him out if they thought he did.
“I got Shelley’s autograph and some of us even did roll call and got most of the guys to respond.”
Who wouldn’t respond?
Roberts lost all and any credibilty when she accused Alex of that……Wonder how poorly her book did…….
Hairston at 3rd-so much for GTLU.
We don’t really even need to count magic numbers for the Yanks. Cool Standings has them at 99.5% favorite to make the playoffs. Put another way, they are 200 to 1 favotites to gain at least the WC.
To put that in perspective, they were only about 15 to 1 favorites to make the Wordl Series in 2004 after going up 3-0 on the Red Sox, assuming the teams were evenly matched (which they were). And that was viewed as a “historic: collapse, mainly because it had never happened before.
August 31st, 2009 at 3:57 pm
melancon may see some meaningful spots
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If he doesn’t, there ought to be some sort of investigation…
Roberts lost all and any credibilty when she accused Alex of that……Wonder how poorly her book did…….
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She lost credibility long before that, all the way back to the duke lacrosse ‘rape’ case.
pat m-
pete is great about answering emails.
Cashman on FoxSports radio now.
congrats ADam for winning #27
congrats Miggs for overall winner
thanks Erica for hosting
Penny to the Giants!
http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/.....id=4434942
Let’s see if the Dodgers can hit a flat fastball!
Nice to see A-Rod is getting the day off. I’m sure his body needs it. I’m sure some regulars will be getting the day off this week. Which is fine. No problem with that.
Rebecca- sounds like you had a great time.
I got to see Shelley hit a 3 run HR on my annual trip to YS a few years ago.
Drive for 35. Games over .500 that is!
Coke cannot be trusted in high leverage innings. We need to stop pretending otherwise.
The Yankees will be the Angels of the past few years. So far ahead that they lose that killer instinct while they pile up wins against the drubs of the league. Once the play-offs start it again will be one-and-done with no real starting pitching with any play-off experience. Accept Andy….and one old guy in the rotation isn’t going to take this team all the way!
….much to your dismay!
Coke gives up home runs because his fast ball is relatively straight; good velocity but no movement.
Coke gives up way too many HRs
His ERA (EXCLUDING the Chicago debacle) after the ASB is still over 7.
Benefica should also host exactly 27 games of GTLU. Of course, that would mean working weekends.
Angels underachieve because they feasted for years in a weak division. In other words, they weren’t all that good.
Coke is what he is. He is a middle reliever you are not going to find many automatic middle relievers. He has been pretty good against lefties. He has a very good strikeout walk ratio. But he really needs to cut down the homeruns.
Any word on who will be called up tomorrow?
I’m guessing Edwar, Albaladejo, Melancon, Cervelli, Gardner, Pena are the automatics. Will we also see Duncan, Miranda, Dunn, Claggett…
Thoughts?
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I’m guessing that its Albaladejo, Melancon, Cervelli, Pena and Gardner (activated from DL) tomorrow. After Scranton’s season is over we will probably see Claggett, Duncan and Edwar…maybe even Josh Towers if they want to make a 40 man roster move.
They need to start using Marte more.
Not only is he an elite lefty specialist, he can get righties out too.
With Cokey sputtering down the stretch, they need to get Marte fixed.
# Rebecca–Optimist Prime–Montero Fanaticus Primus August 31st, 2009 at 3:47 pm
Scranton was awesome last night. You all should have been there.
I got Shelley’s autograph and some of us even did roll call and got most of the guys to respond.
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Post some photos for the rest of us.
“Alex Rodriguez is not in tonight’s starting lineup, in what appears to be one of those scheduled days off. But he is working here at Camden Yards, going through those football-style catching drills (like going out for a pass) with Cano, Melky, Swish, and Hinske.”
http://njmg.typepad.com/yankee.....y-off.html
Upon video review, that pitch to Dye (?) by Coke wasn’t too bad. Right on the outside corner. But you know once that thing gets into the jet stream…haha.
Pat M, Penny got clobbered in the AL. Are we going to assume that just because he’s back in the NL he’s going to be a good pitcher again?
Penny for your thoughts? That’s about all he’s worth.
Jeremy Guthrie vs Yankees
Career: 58IP (3-4; 4.66ERA; 57H; 12HR; 18BB)
2009: 18IP (1-2; 5.21ERA; 19H; 5HR; 8BB)
He just seems to get worse, I’m thinking tonight should be a fairly happy one for our bats
Also, I didn’t mean that to come out as abrupt as that sounded….but it almost seems like every team that picks up a player off waivers (or whathave you) is praised as making a nice move…..
Glad to see Alex with the day off
No one should be at all upset that we didnt get Penny, he is the exact definition of a guy who still has a paycheck because the NL exists. Also, it’s guys like him that make me believe that even when healthy, Peavy will not shine with the ChiSox
No loss on Penny.
Peavey is a stud, but he will learn that the NL to Al transition is no walk in the park.
I agree about Marte getting some prime time.
Jarrod Washburn loses again!
What a great pickup for the Tigers. Jarrod had an ERA of 2.64 with Seattle and is now sporting a 5.74 with Detroit.
I have no idea how close Cashman came to getting him over the past couple of years. Today, 8 runs in 5.2 innings.
Even Mitre is better than that! Whew!
“Alex Rodriguez is not in tonight’s starting lineup, in what appears to be one of those scheduled days off. But he is working here at Camden Yards, going through those football-style catching drills (like going out for a pass) with Cano, Melky, Swish, and Hinske.”
Last weekend at Fenway I saw him doing some basketball stuff as well. What’s next? lacrosse.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/b.....865581914/
GMs must see something in Penny considering he had like 8 teams after him, most of them contenders. Even we were interested in him and the players said it would be a good idea to bring him on board.
It’s not like this guy had to beg for a job, he had like 5 or 6 attractive situations waiting for him immediately.
GMs must see something in Penny considering he had like 8 teams after him, most of them contenders. Even we were interested in him and the players said it would be a good idea to bring him on board.
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He throws hard. Dated Alyssa Milano.
Smoltz looked even worse than Penny and he has been lights out in his 2 starts so far in the NL.
And it’s not like Penny was awful with Boston… he had some good starts. Pitching in a big ballpark like SF might be good for him.
This was from George King a few days ago-
Several Yankees spoke glowingly of the 31-year-old, who faced them last Friday night in Boston when he gave up eight runs and 10 hits in four-plus innings.
“He’s got good stuff,” Johnny Damon said of Penny, whose fastball touched 97 mph and averaged 91 to 93. “His secondary stuff might need a little tweak but his fastball was electric, it cut and he hit his spots with it. Bring him here, why not? I love the way the guy competes.”
Derek Jeter didn’t go that far but said, “He throws hard and he challenges you. He comes right at you, it’s not like he is trying to trick you.”
“He throws hard. Dated Alyssa Milano.”
I guess that’s enough credentials to get a few mil LOL
See i think Peavy is overrated because i think his interleague and WBC numbers are average at best
I’m still not seeing how Mauer is the odds on favorite in the MVP race. The guy missed a full month and games played is to be factored into voting.
Erica, I haven’t been checking the comments lately but I did appreciate your hosting of the GTLU game. Thanks. I only played once, and lost..but was fun to see.
Brad Penny = Sergio Mitre
Basically gave the red sox the same type of production Mitre is giving the yankees. But Penny throws hard for the radar gun lovers and teams are in desperate for pitching which is why he keeps getting signed.
Rich Rod not exactly distinguishing himself with this press conference. You’re a football coach, stop crying. 6 hrs ago
lol
It seems clear the Yanks will not add anyone as the post season roster deadline. I was hoping for another starter to help with innings. Mitre still seems a very iffy proposition. I guess they believe these innings can be filled by multiple call-ups.
Austinmac, I’m pretty sure your correct. Brian likes to play the hand he has dealt. I don’t know if Penny was the guy, but I’d like to see the Yanks make a move that gives them more SP strength. I still see the moves that the Sox made on Wagner/Martinez as helping their ballclub, also LAA added Kazmir.
sorry I ment Iám twitting Mitre
Mlbtraderumors are saying now that Penny is a Giant,they have the best pitching rotation in al the MLB.When did Penny make anyone the best?
The Giants are a good landing spot for Penny. He needs to pitch in the Grand Canyon against weaker competition to succeed.
“Just a guess: Cervelli, Pena, Melancon, Albaladejo and either Claggett or Ramirez.”
Sounds about right.
I just saw that video from a couple years ago of Mike North killing Ozzie for cursing on the air. Hilarious.
according to John Heyman
#yankees expected to call up pena, cervelli and melancon soon. fireballing lhp mike dunn also a possibility.
(Via Twitter)
Brad Penny and Barry Zito can exchange notes on dating Alyssa Milano now. Maybe they’ll call up their buddy Carl Pavano and get an outside perspective.
Why does everyone hate Kay?
Betsy, What I’m saying is that he may very well do well for San Francisco in a bullpen role….What hurt him more than anything in Boston was his failure to throw strikes with his secondary pitches….Second time around the lineup guys were just sitting on 95….Out of the pen for an inning or 2 he’ll be tough…..While he was in LA, he always had great first halfs, and right after the break he’d get lite up like a lake 4 of July Roman Candle……Larry Bowa had zero nice things to say about him as for being a teammate…..Bouchey will link Penny and Randy Johnson as a combo out of the pen…It gives him a great deal of flexability when they’re using their 4th & 5 th starters….Going to be tough for oppossing sticks come the 7th inning……
If Dunn is called up, Phil Coke better get it figured out fast! I imagine we’ll see Shelley and possibly Juan Miranda after AAA playoffs end.
I cant believe that there’s only 31 games left. Yikes!
dunn throws hard right? John Heyman said “fireballer”
Whats up fellas.
Im just waiting for the media to dump on Epstein for the high risk moves he made this offseason. I liked Gammons coming out at spring training and saying that Penny would be lights out this year, back to his old form.If it was Cash that signed Smolts Penny and Baldelli. He would be getting the “do they need a new GM?” talk. But because is SIR THEO, its swept under the rug. Hell, even Dice K looks like it was a dicey contract.
A Penny-Randy Johnson combo out of the pen is going to be hell for opponents to deal with.
Penny throwing 97-98 in a short role blowing away righties
Randy with that killer high 90s FB and low 90s slider blowing away lefties.
Giants are going to be insane in a short series.
Anybody on Twitter?
Where has the season gone? It’s already September!
The good seasons always go by quickly. Last year felt like the season just dragged on.
Good news on Ian Kennedy. He threw 45 pitches off of the mound today and will throw 30 pitches in batting practice on Wednesday, and increase the numbers on Saturday and next Tuesday.
I think Dunn’s stuff his better then Coke’s. His only problem is walks. but a lot of that could be he faces too many right hand hitters.
And perhaps Eiland could help with that too. Robertson was a walk machine in the minors too but lately he seems to have solved that problem.
Pat, that makes sense – thanks.
GB, thanks – good for Ian. It would be nice if he could be a contributor to the team next year
Pete-I am beginning to get annoyed with the lack of rest A-Rod is getting. How many weeks ago was it when Girardi said A-Rod would get a day off per week. I guess “off days” count because tonight is his 1st day off in over 2 weeks.
Not only should he have today off, over the weekend vs toronto he should have another day off or at the very least, a game as the DH.
We need to take care of Alex in the month of Sept and I can live with the days off. Especially with the large lead we have in the division.
Brian, That is exactly what I was trying to convey….Nobody wants to see the SF Giants in the first round…..They’re offensively challenged, but so was the 2003 Florida Marlins……I’d think both St.Louis & Philadelphia may be rooting for Denver……Best of 5 series, Yikes……
G
August 31st, 2009 at 5:52 pm
dunn throws hard right? John Heyman said “fireballer”
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Yeah, but, Dunn is more of a Scud Missile as opposed to a PATRIOT Missile. Explosive fastball with little idea of direction.
S.O.S
Dice-K is looking like a bust. Wakefield is done for the rest of the year. Penny, and Smoltz were failures. Epstein is not the genius the media hyped him up to be. The Red Sox are going into this postseason with Bucholz and Byrd as there number 3 and 4 starters.
Seems like just yesterday that Yankee Stadium was 1\2 empty, Tex was getting booed, Girardi was on the hot seat, CC was below average, we had no bullpen, Boston owned us, Rivera looked like he may be done, etc.
Amazing how much things have turned around since April. Season has gone by very quickly. Especially this past month.
GB7,
Thats real good news. I hope everything is going well for you my OLD freind.
We need Ian to hurry up and get back to speed so we can here the Generation Trey thing a thousand times per telecast. I mean who doesnt miss that?
dunn throws hard right? John Heyman said “fireballer”
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seen him a few times at Trenton..He throws a little harder then Coke and needs to work on his command…can get wild and walk 3 guys in a row….would be nice to see him in the bigs
Dunn does throw hard. He just doesn’t know where the ball is going all too often.
Coke’s job is safe.
Dunn has been on the 40-man all season. If the Yanks thought he could really help the big club, perhaps they would have called him up by now.
For the record, Dunn had 32 walks in 53.1 IP for Trenton and 14 walks in 19.1 IP for Scranton.
Can’t get away with that many walks against major league competition.
I’m very intrigued to see Dunn.
Betsy
August 31st, 2009 at 6:01 pm
Pat, that makes sense – thanks.
GB, thanks – good for Ian. It would be nice if he could be a contributor to the team next year
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Yeah, it is, Betsy. Makes you wonder if this aneurysm may not have been part of his problems in 2008 and was just ignored by Kennedy. I’m sure that he’ll do this right up to the last day or so and maybe get into a game or two at Scranton by the end of the year. I know that he’s targeted to play winter ball. He’ll be an interesting follow this winter.
What’s an “MMA guy?”
Jeremy,
Exactly my thought. Very well put. If this season continues to go this way, I think Girardi and Cash should win awards this year.
Randy Johnson throws 97? I thought he left that fastball in Arizona his first stint there? Johnson relieving in 01 world series = SCARY. Johnson relieving in 09 = A GIFT WRAPPED PRESENT TO THE OPPOSITION.
Cokey is not losing his job.
Marte may replace him as the primary LOOGY (which he was slated to do coming out of ST anyway and he has an extensive track record), but Coke is still going to play a primary role in this pen.
Girardi hasn’t given up on Cokey like the fans have.
Ed H. August 31st, 2009 at 6:09 pm
What’s an “MMA guy?”
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Mixed Martial Arts – like UFC.
So no Jackson for this September call up? What could it hurt to see what the kid can do?
S.o.S.
August 31st, 2009 at 6:05 pm
GB7,
Thats real good news. I hope everything is going well for you my OLD freind.
We need Ian to hurry up and get back to speed so we can here the Generation Trey thing a thousand times per telecast. I mean who doesnt miss that?
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Afternoon, S.o.S. Yeah, I’m doing pretty well even these two little critters that eat my pizza and drink my beer, then leave little gold nuggets for me. Thanks for asking. Hope all is well with you and yours.
A return to pre-2008 form by Kennedy will make for a pleasant problem for the Yanks, next year.
“Mixed Martial Arts – like UFC.”
UFC = Ultimate Fighting Championship
All these abbreviations.
Thanks, GF. I don’t know what UFC is, either, but “Mixed Martial Arts” tells me what I need to know. Just shows you how out of that kind of stuff I am. LOL.
GB7 Is Kennedy eligible for the Sept. call ups?
GB is IPK gonna pitch in a fall league?
What about Jackson? girardi said there may be more call-ups after the SWB season is over. And there is always the Jorge Vasquez question.
Phil Coke is actually a better pitcher when he gets more work in. He hasn’t been in many games od late so that could be another reason why he is having some setbacks.
Kennedy isn’t going to be called up in any form this year. He’s in a pre-spring training mode.
Thanks, S.o.S.!
The Giants would be tough in a short series but if they made it to the World Series they would lose. I think the Yankees could beat them, because they have no offense.
GB, That is real good news about Ian…..People forget that he was deemed the far more polished pitcher of the three ( Hughes & Chamberlain )…..He was brillant when called up in September of 07…So good that many baseball people and a few LoHuders were surprised that he wasn’t on the postseason roster…….He’s a finess touchy feeler type pitcher…..He’s certainly missed this season after Wang went down…..He’ll be a factor in next spring’s equation……Rug rats running the old boy ragged…Dimeatap time….
“Yeah, but, Dunn is more of a Scud Missile as opposed to a PATRIOT Missile. Explosive fastball with little idea of direction.”
sounds like the yankees should bring him up and try him out on youkillis next time they play the red sox.
This team needs Gardner back. Melky needs a break for awhile and needs that push again.
I miss that Shelby Cobra racing around the bases.
Uncle Ellsworth (#2 needs 11 to tie #4)
August 31st, 2009 at 6:16 pm
GB is IPK gonna pitch in a fall league?
What about Jackson? girardi said there may be more call-ups after the SWB season is over. And there is always the Jorge Vasquez question.
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Kennedy is scheduled to pitch somewhere, Ellie. I read that to mean winter ball in the Carribean leagues. I assume that they don’t think he’ll be ready for Fall-Ball. I could be wrong, though. Vazquez will probably play in the Mexican Winter Leagues. Not sure what they plan for Jackson. I think he played in the last two arizona leagues and may not be eligible. winter ball would be good for him, too, I’d think.
thanks GB
Congrats to the congeniality on the board today. . . Is something wrong???
“Yeah, but, Dunn is more of a Scud Missile as opposed to a PATRIOT Missile. Explosive fastball with little idea of direction.”
sounds like the yankees should bring him up and try him out on youkillis next time they play the red sox.”
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In that case they should get him up here immediately to get some time in with Chuck Lidell.
JeterJobaFanForever – but I will notbadmouthPhil
August 31st, 2009 at 6:25 pm
Congrats to the congeniality on the board today. . . Is something wrong???
day ain’t over yet.
Great news! GGBG is planning to start rehab in Scranton Thursday (as per Pete). It will be great to have him back.
randy l.
August 31st, 2009 at 6:21 pm
“Yeah, but, Dunn is more of a Scud Missile as opposed to a PATRIOT Missile. Explosive fastball with little idea of direction.”
sounds like the yankees should bring him up and try him out on youkillis next time they play the red sox.
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I’m not sure that he could zero in on Youkilis, but, maybe it veers off and nails somebody in the Boston dugout. An area hit could be effective. Leave him on the game long enough to wipe out the Boston bench.
Dunn might be able to hit Youkilis if he’s trying to groove one down the middle of the plate.
Uncle Ellsworth (#2 needs 11 to tie #4)
August 31st, 2009 at 6:24 pm
thanks GB
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sure thing, Ellie. Keep in mind, my info pipeline doesn’t reach outside of Savannah, but, these are some of the things I’ve read and piecing things together. Not that I’m that good with 5,000 piece jigsaw puzzles.
UPDATE, 5:39 p.m.: Just a normal day off for A-Rod. He last had one on Aug. 14. … Because the Yankees feel a silly need to play “I’ve Got a Secret” with everything, Girardi would only say that “more than two pitchers” will get called up tomorrow “and a couple” of position players.
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I don’t think they are playing secrets at all, but they want to inform players that will be called up and players that will not be called up personally. Its a very big deal for minor leaguers, so much so that Marcos Scutaro cried when he was not called up in the cleveland organization despite being the minor league player of the year for their AA team (might have been AAA). Girardi probably doesn’t want anyone who isn’t being called up finding out from the news, or before the AA/AAA managers can talk with them.
Girardi has always been empathetic to the players and I don’t see why this would be any different.
Pat M.
August 31st, 2009 at 6:20 pm
GB, That is real good news about Ian…..People forget that he was deemed the far more polished pitcher of the three ( Hughes & Chamberlain )…..He was brillant when called up in September of 07…So good that many baseball people and a few LoHuders were surprised that he wasn’t on the postseason roster…….He’s a finess touchy feeler type pitcher…..He’s certainly missed this season after Wang went down…..He’ll be a factor in next spring’s equation……Rug rats running the old boy ragged…Dimeatap time….
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Seems to me that in ’07, Kennedy had some injury issue that cropped up right after that Toronto game. I know that he also got married around post season time, too. In ’07, he definately looked polished on the mound. Very stylish out there….Almost Maddux/Mussina like with a better fastball.
Others need to calm down, because I wasn’t comparing Kennedy to Greg Maddux or Mike Mussina….only that they had similar styles and pitches.
GB, Are you saying that Young Mr. Dunn is the second coming of Ryne Duren minus the coke bottle thick glasses and of course the pint of Jack Daniels ????? Man I remember his Topp’s Card, and of course his 100 mph last warmup pitch to the backscreen
i was away from the blog this weekend were there any fireworks here?
Went to the game Yesterday – good stuff
anyone else catching the next 2 games in Crab Town? I was somewhat surprised that tickets were still available for the games today, then again this isn’t a weekend series. anyway, just wondering if there are any Lohud blog gatherings the next 3 days.
cheers!
Good God. They aren’t trying to keep anything from you, PA. If the plan is to call up 4 or 5 players, that’s a lot of logistical moving throughout the system. Other players will need to be moved up to fill those gaps.
I think the players involved should be informed before the Lohud. But only the players.
Anyone notice RAB advertising on YES?
Pat M.
August 31st, 2009 at 6:40 pm
GB, Are you saying that Young Mr. Dunn is the second coming of Ryne Duren minus the coke bottle thick glasses and of course the pint of Jack Daniels ????? Man I remember his Topp’s Card, and of course his 100 mph last warmup pitch to the backscreen
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If Dunn could put up Duren’s numbers during his first couple of years, I’d send him a case of Jack Black. I’m trying to remember a lefty that compares to Dunn. Maybe a young Al Downing or Billy Wagner.
I wouldn’t have minded if NYY had picked up Wagner at a reasonable price.
Wagner would have been a great pickup….I mentioned that option here and the tires to my Jag were slashed……
As of last count, 23 teams have announced who is coming up tomorrow. It’s really no big deal. But good job, Green Beret. You managed to take a shot at me. Your life is complete now. Congrats.
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Those teams could be:
- Out of contention
- Feature more manageable 40 man rosters
- Callups necessitated by ‘We want to see these guys’ because the major league club is out of it
- What have you
The yankees have teams going to the minor league playoffs, and might be leaving some players behind for now.
Its just not a big enough deal that they haven’t told you *right now* who is coming up to say it is some kind of secret machination of Girardi.
PA
August 31st, 2009 at 6:47 pm
As of last count, 23 teams have announced who is coming up tomorrow. It’s really no big deal. But good job, Green Beret. You managed to take a shot at me. Your life is complete now. Congrats.
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You’re getting a little paranoid if you consider that to be “taking a shot” at you, don’t you think? Of the other 6 teams, who must be hiding things from you, how many are in a pennant race?
I think you’re being paranoid that the yankees think they are gaining a competetive advantage by being secretive about it.
I don’t know how they gain some competitive advantage, I just think that’s how Cashman operates with his cards close to his vest.
Pete has a point with how the Yankees handle information. Over the years they’ve done some real stupid things, from announcing before hand how many pitches Joba would be limited to in his first ever ML start (Thus allowing the opposing team to go in with a game plan to elevate the pitch count asap and take shots against the pen) to Girardi’s odd handling of injury information and informing the media of such, etc. Frankly it’s a tired act at this point.
Also, those callups will have to be replace by some players from Trenton so that may play a part in not announcing the names until the last minute.
Pat M.
August 31st, 2009 at 6:53 pm
Wagner would have been a great pickup….I mentioned that option here and the tires to my Jag were slashed……
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LMAO. At least they didn’t attack your YUGO.
Slow blog day.
Gardner stinks!
Wang WAS an Ace.
Robi is Lazy!
Posada is….
“Over the years they’ve done some real stupid things, from announcing before hand how many pitches Joba would be limited to in his first ever ML start (Thus allowing the opposing team to go in with a game plan to elevate the pitch count asap and take shots against the pen)”
Which is why Cashman keeps it undercover since Torre left the organization.
GB. My golf cart is a Yugo……Don;t forget how the Yanks announced Wang’s season ending surgery the day before the trading deadline…..
Fellas, This is the Evil Empire. Do you think Darth Vader is making a public announcement when he needs more stormtroopers to attack a rebel base?
And what about zee Germans? You know. When they attacked Pearl Harbor?
Uncle Ellsworth (#2 needs 11 to tie #4)
August 31st, 2009 at 6:58 pm
Slow blog day.
Gardner stinks!
Wang WAS an Ace.
Robi is Lazy!
Posada is….
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It must be slow. I’ve resorted to attacking someone. That should be good for 10 more hits on the blog….about 30 cents in revenue.
Don’t the Yankees treat this like a reward? Even though it seems like getting a root canal.
But, hey. Comes with the territory I guess. Would you rather be covering the mets? Just kidding, Pete!
Germans?
“Rest easy, Green Beret. You managed to take your shot at the media today. Your anonymous tough guy cred has never been higher.”
Geez Pete, you don’t have to make it such a personal situation between you two.
Pat M. – just catching up after dinner. Who’s rugrats are you watching?
Pat M.
August 31st, 2009 at 7:01 pm
GB. My golf cart is a Yugo……Don;t forget how the Yanks announced Wang’s season ending surgery the day before the trading deadline…..
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I thought it was odd that they’d put the wang news out like that when they did. I’m sure it was no secret, but, still odd. Must have killed the other GMs that NYY didn’t want to look desperate enough to get raked in a trade.
Well, that was quick and painful. Two line drive rockets caught.
One quick thought – no “nicknames.” No “generation trey.” No “The Philthies.”
Once those types of things happen, it’s doom!!!
(Tho, Phil Hughes seems immune. luckily.)
Let’s go Yankees. Enjoy the game all.
It’s good to see that the BAL fans are as dumb as ever. Still booing Tex as if they even had a chance of landing him.
Are you actually accusing me of trying to get you fired? Now, it’s getting laughable.
Pat M & GB7 -
Skimming a bit and noticed your talk of Kennedy.
My husband also thought he was the most polished of the three and thugth he was the one who was going to be the surprise star.
I still have faith he’ll find a spot on the NY Yankees as a starter before long.
What is this feud between Pete and GB? Uh oh. GB, did you go on one of your anti-Jeter rants again?
Nice start for Andy
Good start Andy
MLBTR has some updates about White Sox veterans and Mike Cameron being available. Obviously, the Yanks probably won’t be interested, but this can affect the rest of the AL. I wonder if any teams will bite in the next few hours.
I think Chad Jennings had Ian Kennedy’s itinerary on his SWB website. (At least I think that’s where I read it.)
“At any rate, enjoy the game. I need to learn to stop replying to trolls.”
Wow. I guess I don’t know all of the requirements to be a troll. I thought that trolls were BOS fans coming here to annoy us. GB is many things, but he most certainly is not a BOS fan.
espn already have Dunn on their thing
http://insider.espn.go.com/mlb.....Id%3d30081
Nice 1-2-3 by Andy.
Pete,
GB really gets under your skin, huh?
I’m sure that he, like the rest of us, appreciate the time and effort you put into blog.
I hope your boss does, too.
Gonna let you guys cool off a bit and check in later.
Hopefully you’ll be interviewing the player of the game and we’ll be celebrating 35 games over .500.
I don’t send emails to bosses or you, anonymous or otherwise. Check your addresses.
Doreen
August 31st, 2009 at 7:17 pm
I think Chad Jennings had Ian Kennedy’s itinerary on his SWB website. (At least I think that’s where I read it.)
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Doreen, if you happen to run across the Kennedy item, could you post a link? Thank you.
My husband talked to Tom Nieto yesterday and the Thunder game. He specifically asked him how they handle call-ups when the minor league team is involved in the playoffs. Nieto’s team (Twins affiliate) and the Thunder are battling for the wild card position in their league.
Anyway, Nieto told my husband, the ML team comes first. They could not care less about the roster for the minor league playoffs. Whoever is needed above gets a call. The minor league people have no say; they simply answer the phone.
GB7 is no troll.
Let’s all hold hands and sing kumbaya.
Back to work Andy
GB7 -
The info is buried in here:
http://community.thetimes-trib.....-quot.aspx
Anyone see district 9?
I hear it is great.
That exchange between Pete and GB makes me wonder if Pete is being impersonated. There have been reports of people having their iPhones hacked into. Hmmm…..
“Vice president of baseball operations Mark Newman emailed this morning with the full list of confirmed Yankees for the Arizona Fall League. We already knew Ian Kennedy and Colin Curtis, but Newman added Austin Romine and Brandon Laird to the list. “More names to come,” he wrote. Those additional names will probably be pitchers, and we already know that lefties Mike Dunn and Zach Kroenke have been told they will likely go to the Arizona Fall League if they’re not called to New York in September”
http://community.thetimes-trib.....eague.aspx
“At any rate, enjoy the game. I need to learn to stop replying to trolls.”
Wow. I guess I don’t know all of the requirements to be a troll. I thought that trolls were BOS fans coming here to annoy us. GB is many things, but he most certainly is not a BOS fan.
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agree. i’m a little tired of the troll card being used by someone anytime they are annoyed or arguing with someone else. there’s not criteria for it anymore and is only used when people get ticked off.
The pitchers seem to have their good stuff today. The Yankees have hit the balls hard, just right at somebody.
Andy working quickly.
I don’t know how Andy can pitch so well with as bad a pitch caller as Posada behind the plate…
Andy! Great job!
Wow Andy looks great. Let’s get on base first boys!
“The Yankees today announced 2009 postseason ticket pricing for *potential* games at Yankee Stadium in the American League Division Series, American League Championship Series and World Series.”
Potential? Okay, by using that word, they are just being polite.
“I don’t know how Andy can pitch so well with as bad a pitch caller as Posada behind the plate…”
I think Molina is actually flashing him signs from the dugout.
MG
August 31st, 2009 at 7:29 pm
I don’t know how Andy can pitch so well with as bad a pitch caller as Posada behind the plate…
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well, Pettitte is struggling with his control. He’s missed the strike zone 4 times in 23 pitches.
Well, that takes care of our first hit, first baserunner and first run. Nice job, carnival boy!!
haha we win the base runner contest:) Nice Swish!
Good thing that the Yanks shipped the YS jetstream south.
Uncle Ellsworth (#2 needs 11 to tie #4) August 31st, 2009 at 7:26 pm
Anyone see district 9?
I hear it is great.
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I thought it was AWFUL. It’s a lot more mindless than it seems, but everyone I know enjoyed it, so chances are you’ll like it. Let me know what you think if you see it!
On a different note: Pettitte looks locked in tonight.
Swishy!
Road Warrior strikes again.
Does Swisher have more homeruns in Camden Yards this season than at Yankee Stadium?
Swisher’s song is On the Road Again by Willie Nelson.
is keeping the pricing the same as 2007 the Yankees way for rewarding us?
The most important question to ask Nick Swisha tonight, is what happened to the swishawk. I noticed the other day he wasn’t keeping it up.
wow kay, that was subtle
Is YES joking with this poll???
I love Johnny Damon very much, but the best Yankee offensive player in August can only go to one person….
5 dollar tickets in the ALDS, where are they standing room seats or obstructed bleachers?
I don’t go to Playoff games.
I went to Game 1 in 1996 ALDS vs Texas. The Yankees lost that game. I will never return to a playoff game
I love Johnny Damon very much, but the best Yankee offensive player in August can only go to one person…
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Would that be “number 3 number 3 number 3″? ( which ya know, it would have made more sense to have Jeter be choice 2). Kay has a total man-crush. Its funny.
“Erica – always OPPC
August 31st, 2009 at 7:42 pm
I don’t go to Playoff games.
I went to Game 1 in 1996 ALDS vs Texas. The Yankees lost that game. I will never return to a playoff game”
I think that is best for all involved.
The Mets are funny. They just announced that Beltran has been cleared for a rehab assignment. He must be rehabbing for next season because this one is toast.
Erica – always OPPC August 31st, 2009 at 7:42 pm
I don’t go to Playoff games.
I went to Game 1 in 1996 ALDS vs Texas. The Yankees lost that game. I will never return to a playoff game
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I went to one in 07 and Johnny hit the go-ahead home run, so maybe you should try again one day
NYY626-
I couldn’t really argue with Kay there. LOL. But subtlety is not his specialty
did anyone catch andy’s 53 mph fastball, according to yes?
I think it will be interesting to look back at the end of the season and see which player had the biggest impact in a certain month.
Swisher’s April kept the team afloat while Tex struggled and Arod was on the DL.
Teixeira’s May jumpstarted the Yankees’ winning ways, which have continued ever since that month.
Burnett’s June and July stabilized the rotation while CC, Pettitte, and Joba were inconsistent at times.
Jeter’s August helped widen the Yankees’ lead over the Red Sox in the AL East.
What did kay say? Please.
Yay he didnt slip this time!
NYY626-
In that case maybe we should chip in and buy you a ticket.
I know exactly which game you are talking about though. That night was an historcially significant night in the life of Erica, but not an appropriate blog story
Wow, Mauer is 6’6″? I didn’t realize that.
“I know exactly which game you are talking about though. That night was an historcially significant night in the life of Erica, but not an appropriate blog story”
Why don’t you let us be the judge of that?
Uncle E-
The text poll is, “Who was the most offensively valuable Yankee in August”
Michael Kay repeated #3, three times for Derek Jeter when reading the question
Laura-
Trust me. It would not pass thru filters. LOL
In addition, Major League Baseball requires approximately 5,500 tickets per ALDS game, 7,000 tickets per ALCS game and 9,500 tickets per World Series game.
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MLB needs almost 20% of all WS tickets? For what?
Partial plan holders get an opportunity to buy 2 tickets per series regardless of how many seats are in the season plan.
“Trust me. It would not pass thru filters. LOL”
That just makes me want to hear it all the more.
“Uncle E-
The text poll is, “Who was the most offensively valuable Yankee in August”
Michael Kay repeated #3, three times for Derek Jeter when reading the question”
so he was trying to sway the voting?
I know exactly which game you are talking about though. That night was an historcially significant night in the life of Erica, but not an appropriate blog story
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You’ve mentioned this before. Now we are all curious… And I am certainly not opposed to free yankee tickets!
Um Andy, I like this. Let’s continue.
Laura-
All I will say is, that my incredibly happy mood over Johnny Damon’s home run and the subsequent Yankee win was taken advantage of by a certain anonymous male
Don Mattingly’s 53 doubles were the last AL leader.
“All I will say is, that my incredibly happy mood over Johnny Damon’s home run and the subsequent Yankee win was taken advantage of by a certain anonymous male”
You mistook him for your pretend boyfriend? Bad Erica, bad, bad Erica!
the answer is Mattingly?
Uncle Ellsworth (#2 needs 11 to tie #4) August 31st, 2009 at 7:51 pm
“Uncle E-
The text poll is, “Who was the most offensively valuable Yankee in August”
Michael Kay repeated #3, three times for Derek Jeter when reading the question”
so he was trying to sway the voting?
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He basically sounded like a 16 year old girl gushing over Jeter. It was amusing.
# Laura August 31st, 2009 at 7:48 pm
Wow, Mauer is 6?6?? I didn’t realize that.
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He was also the best High School QB in the country. Was committed to Florida St.
Donnie Mattingly hit 50 something in 1986
Come on, doesn’t everyone sound like a 16 year old girl when talking about Jeter????
what’s the point in signing freddy guzman?? he’s hitting .218 in AAA.. They should have signed usain bolt instead
Erica, I’m glad that I’ve had the good sense to stay out of this one. The twins are reading this
Erica – always OPPC August 31st, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Come on, doesn’t everyone sound like a 16 year old girl when talking about Jeter????
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Valid point. I will stop mocking Kay now. ( P.S. did anyone ever see the episode of Regis and Kelly when Jeter was on a few years ago? Talk about a man crush. Regis was all over him!).
“He was also the best High School QB in the country. Was committed to Florida St.”
Torii Hunter was saying that Mauer was the best all around athlete he’s ever seen. He’s good at hoops as well.
Erica – always OPPC August 31st, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Come on, doesn’t everyone sound like a 16 year old girl when talking about Jeter????
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I channel my inner 16 year old self when talking about Jeter
1-0 and I tune in as Jorge strikes out. Did I miss anything good?
Andy is pitching well and Guthrie is too I take it.
Guzman is a body for AAA stretch-run/playoffs
Erica – always OPPC
August 31st, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Come on, doesn’t everyone sound like a 16 year old girl when talking about Jeter????
Guilty.
no comment to the other.
But I did almost hook up with Sean Connery’s personal chef after the Tino HR game in 2001 WS.
When do we get a day off?
We seem to play every night.
Seems to me we could have had tonight off.
The schedule makers are trying to kill us.
You’re the winner GB, you’re on your way to Hawaii…..I knew it was 1986, because he actually had a better season in 86 and didn’t win the MVP….It was given to Roger Clemens instead……
Erica, are you proud of me? I’ve been able to keep my immense attraction for Nick Markakis under control tonight. It’s quite an effort.
GreenBeret7
August 31st, 2009 at 7:32 pm
MG
August 31st, 2009 at 7:29 pm
I don’t know how Andy can pitch so well with as bad a pitch caller as Posada behind the plate…
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well, Pettitte is struggling with his control. He’s missed the strike zone 4 times in 23 pitches.
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I’m sure Andy shook him off for those 19 strikes and throught the pitch called on the other 4
andy is looking dandy tonight.
What’s with the Mega Millions ad? It’s only 12mil? What am I supposed to do with that pocket change?
RS -
That was a great summary of the season in your post. Which really points up how difficult it really is to choose an MVP, especially on a team like the Yankees.
Where is that pricing grid for playoffs tickets? I’m shocked they did not raise my prices!!!
Well done so far Andy
Laura
August 31st, 2009 at 8:02 pm
Erica, are you proud of me? I’ve been able to keep my immense attraction for Nick Markakis under control tonight. It’s quite an effort.
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I was thinking about you before when I remembered Markakis is an Oriole and would be playing tonight. LOL. (players that aren’t Yankees are quite secondary to me)
all kidding aside, Andy is putting on a pitching clinic tonight. He had Jones chasing a high fastball at least a foot out of the zone because of the way he set him up with breaking balls.
Oh, Bob Lorenz is working tonight??
Uncle Ellsworth (#2 needs 11 to tie #4)
August 31st, 2009 at 8:02 pm
Erica – always OPPC
August 31st, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Come on, doesn’t everyone sound like a 16 year old girl when talking about Jeter????
Guilty.
no comment to the other.
But I did almost hook up with Sean Connery’s personal chef after the Tino HR game in 2001 WS.
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I would have understood that. I have incredibly mixed feelings about the 2001 World Series. Between the actual baseball, the state of the country and a family crisis that whole experience was a roller coaster of emotion
Breaking News: Yankees have acquired speedy outfielder Freddy Guzman accoring to MLBTR…
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/
Wow, that crowd is very Yankee-centric.
GreenBeret7
August 31st, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Erica, I’m glad that I’ve had the good sense to stay out of this one. The twins are reading this
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In that case, please tell the twins we played Monopoly
wow, Cano started running before that ball hit the ground!
roller coaster of emotion
sure was
Pat M, even if I lose that bet I think I would like to send you the money and have you send me some See’s. We used to love that stuff. Whenever we went to the west coast we would always bring some home. Yummy chocolate!
Ya can’t be the Andy-Posada combination, that’s for sure!
This isn’t happening this season but watching this game makes me think of 1999 (I believe it was 99, unless it was 2000) because I remember Andy pitching at Camden Yards at the end of the season. Does anyone remember how we lost a big lead in the division and just kept losing game after game. We ended up squeaking in at the end, as I remember. I remember Andy losing in Baltimore when it was a real oddity for him to lose there and everyone expecting him to be the stopper there, and it didn’t happen. That was crazy times.
Swish!
Swisher was on 2nd before Cano touched the plate. Not acceptable.
can that slouch Jeter get a hit too?
GB, Talking about doubles, Robinson Cano should talley at least 45 doubles a season…..Another George Brett
Way to go Cano !
Uncle Ellsworth (#2 needs 11 to tie #4)
August 31st, 2009 at 6:58 pm
Slow blog day.
Gardner stinks!
Wang WAS an Ace.
Robi is Lazy!
Posada is….
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Posada is Italian, or so I thought for many years
Andy is too old.
Hi everybody. Where’s all the runs? Just 1 so far? What a bunch of bums.
Okay, now a serious question: if Andy keeps pitching like this, does he get moved up to #2 for the post-season? Or, why not even #1? If he’s pitching the best at the time, you’d have to go with him, wouldn’t you?
And, as I’m typing, Swisher drives another run in. But, still, just 2? What gives?
Oh my u
JeterJobaFanForever – but I will notbadmouthPhil
you missed a lot of “congeniality” before
“Posada is Italian, or so I thought for many years”
You’re either not good at distinguishing races or you live in Idaho.
Posada is clearly Puerto Rican.
Does anyone here have DirectTV without having the YES network?
I have the O’s broadcast tonight. Can’t wait til that’s straightened out.
And despite the fact that the Yankees aren’t doing much (5 baserunners in 4+ innings, and a GIDP) Guthrie will struggle to pitch through the 6th. Relentless our boys…
Tricia, I do remember the Yanks limping into the 2000 playoffs, as they hit a late September skid, and then lost the first 2 games in NY,& then sweept the A’S……The Derek Jeter flip play …..I’ll be making a See’s run in about a week…Is your e-mail address at your web-site ????
Okay, now a serious question: if Andy keeps pitching like this, does he get moved up to #2 for the post-season?
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I think Girardi follows the Torre notion that Game 3 is most important; “the swing game”.
Posada is Puerto Rican, and from Puerto Rico.
Rob, I’d much rather see AJ get the second start because he seems to pitch better at home.
Erica – always OPPC
August 31st, 2009 at 8:10 pm
GreenBeret7
August 31st, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Erica, I’m glad that I’ve had the good sense to stay out of this one. The twins are reading this
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In that case, please tell the twins we played Monopoly
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Perhaps that would be better than putting white-out on the computer screen.
don’t EVEN say it
DP
I have both home and away feeds on Extra Innings.
ok, I know yesterday I said Jeter needed to cool down a bit to break the hit record at home, but now I don’t like this 0-3 I see.
Jorge’s parents are Cuban and Dominican.
GreenBeret7
August 31st, 2009 at 8:17 pm
Perhaps that would be better than putting white-out on the computer screen.
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I do think I need to clarify my statement though-
When I said “anonymous male”, I meant anonymous to you folks. LOL. I sure knew his name.
i make pettite number 3 starter..I like him in a game 7 over aj
“I have both home and away feeds on Extra Innings.”
I’ve got home and away plus another away that’s in HD. I’m watching the home. Shocking, I know.
think we’re over reacting here with hating on the bunt play. too many times in years past players on this team didn’t think to bunt. it’s nice to see it being incorporated into the team’s approach.
Laura
August 31st, 2009 at 8:14 pm
“Posada is Italian, or so I thought for many years”
You’re either not good at distinguishing races or you live in Idaho.
Posada is clearly Puerto Rican.
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If I’m not mistaken, Posada’s dad is Cuban and his mom, Dominican, but Jorge born and bred in Puerto Rico.
Pat M.
August 31st, 2009 at 8:12 pm
GB, Talking about doubles, Robinson Cano should talley at least 45 doubles a season…..Another George Brett
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Cano does have that sweet swing. Haven’t seen him let go of the bat with one hand, but, Lord is it ever quick and explovive. It’s like he can hit the ball where ever he wants. The only knock this year is the RISP, but, when you look at his career numbers, that is a fluke.
Uncle Ellsworth (#2 needs 11 to tie #4) August 31st, 2009 at 8:18 pm
don’t EVEN say it
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Haha this made me chuckle.
“When I said “anonymous male”, I meant anonymous to you folks. LOL. I sure knew his name.”
Really? I liked the story better when I didn’t think that you knew his name.
Feinsand in booth with John and Suzyn = kiss of death – I hope not
Remmold has great walk up music. It’s “Driven To Tears” by the Police off of Zenyatta Mondatta.
Im so afraid of a Yankee bunting in the playoffs! Come on, that has to be considered over-managing. Melky had hit a double. Guthrie is struggling! Melky makes a double play and you still have a man on third with two outs. Instead, you hand them an out and then Jeter grounds into a DP.
That was a bad play there and I better not see Girardi use that play unless its a freaking ace we are facing and no team is scoring a lot.
Angel, do you also have the YES network?
ok, so Andy went further than Mitre now with the perfecto right?
andy=domination
Melky stepped to the plate 9 for 19 against Guthrie with six extra-base hits and Girardi had him bunt with the Yankees up 2-0 in the fifth inning. I just do not understand on any level how that makes sense.
I think Girardi has done a great job this year with every aspect of the team except for sacrifices.
# trisha – OPPC lifetime member who fears no team except the Yankees
August 31st, 2009 at 8:16 pm
Rob, I’d much rather see AJ get the second start because he seems to pitch better at home.
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Enough Hawk August 31st, 2009 at 8:20 pm
i make pettite number 3 starter..I like him in a game 7 over aj
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Both excellent points.
Erica – always OPPC
August 31st, 2009 at 8:20 pm
GreenBeret7
August 31st, 2009 at 8:17 pm
Perhaps that would be better than putting white-out on the computer screen.
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I do think I need to clarify my statement though-
When I said “anonymous male”, I meant anonymous to you folks. LOL. I sure knew his name.
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LMaO. I ain’t even commenting on that one. You’re on your own, kid.
“If I’m not mistaken, Posada’s dad is Cuban and his mom, Dominican, but Jorge born and bred in Puerto Rico.”
Like I said, he’s Puerto Rican.
NYY626 – Go Andy!
August 31st, 2009 at 8:21 pm
Uncle Ellsworth (#2 needs 11 to tie #4) August 31st, 2009 at 8:18 pm
don’t EVEN say it
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Haha this made me chuckle.
good.
Ok, now i’m getting a little excited.
Nope. We don’t even have that as an option as far as I know.
Not saying a thing about Andy. Other than Good.
peter your dead wrong .
melky a below average hitter in the 9th.
he bunts them over it could be 3 or 4 to zero
with andy dealing like he is.
right move, poor excution by a 4th outfielder
got to find a TV!
i didn’t have a huge problem with the melky bunt pete….first and second nobody out…you get the bunt down you got second and third one out and jeter up that is not terrible…The bunt is a bad play because he did not get it down
After seeing a Mitre/Gaudin one-hitter, Andy probably decided he could do better than those guys.
Pete – your point is well taken: Girardi has done a great job with this team except for bunting. But I disagree with you – the Yankees success this postseason will not come down to Girardi’s bunt sign.
I have always thought that Jeremy Guthrie was such a cutie.
Laura-
LOL. I am glad I clarified then. When I reread my words I realized I gave everyone the wrong impression. Sorry the story isn’t as good though
why would u bunt PA? Because most of the time with our pitching staff, one or two extra runs over the course of the game are like daggers. And Melky Cabrera isn’t Teixeira.
Pete-
Is there a chance Melky did it on his own?
Ok, my good friend’s mother is obsessed with Pettitte. I have to share what my friend just wrote on twitter:
“My mom just screamed, “You are the best guy in the world!!!” from her bedroom. I’m thankful she was talking about Andy Pettitte’s pitching.”
yankee 1-5 hitters 0-13 to this point…
Kay just jinxed it…
We are putting some good swings on the ball; just gotta work on our aim.
“After seeing a Mitre/Gaudin one-hitter, Andy probably decided he could do better than those guys.”
Actually pitchers always say they feed off each other. It’s probably an unspoken competition. Do you remember that period of time when Yankee pitchers had shutouts going? Each one came out and wanted to do the same thing. I forget who ended it – maybe AJ – but I do remember that Posada was catching…
J/K, J/K
Enough Hawk
August 31st, 2009 at 8:29 pm
Kay just jinxed it…
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No, he hasn’t said the “P” word. Someone must have said something about that
so much second guessing..if melky does not bunt and hits in a double play how many people would say..BUNT….The yanks will have to get a a couple of bunts down in october..melky in particular..I just hate it when guys like damon bunt..
It’s the Swisher/Pettitte show so far tonight. Also, the Diamondbacks are said to be trying to trade Jon Garland with two teams interested. I wonder if they Yanks might at least inquire about him!
Sit down buddy.
Angel, are you sure about that? I had to get the Sportspak to get it, but I had YES through DTV.
But actually that’s the answer I wanted to hear. When I get DTV back I don’t want to have to get YES again in order to get the double broadcasts. And since I have YES with Verizon at least that’s covered.
Thanks
Sorry I’m missing this special night of Yankee baseball. On the way to Reno to catch a Reno Aces game, nice AAA baseball.
Go Yankees.
It’s Kay’s ego.
My heart stopped for a second
That Hairston was really a good pickup.
John Garland..interesting…lets say they do get him..who gets the fourth start in the playoffs..Garland or Joba???
great play right there by hairston
Nick in SF in Lake Tahoe
August 31st, 2009 at 8:33 pm
Sorry I’m missing this special night of Yankee baseball. On the way to Reno to catch a Reno Aces game, nice AAA baseball.
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Softball game in Reno/Tahoe or gambling??
JINX
He just said it. The idiot.
Commence the Kay bashing
josh johnson has a no-no through 5 as well
andy looks great!
7 pitch inning… nice.
I’m liking Hairston more and more the more I see of him.
Nice job, Cash.
Kay doing his utmost to jinx this.
Andy at 66 pitches. Very economical.
The Orioles question was which Oriole owns the record for the most consecutive home runs as an Oriole.
Any guesses? Since I don’t know if it is supposed to be someone in the park I am going to guess either Nick Markakis or Boog Powell. I only guessed Powell because I think he was a power guy.
It’s probably Ripken!
The blog yelled at me for posting too quick. LOL
Now Kay used to P word… grrrrrrrr
Andy
Hairston was a great pick-up..he is much better than expected…He seems to do everything well..have great at bats and play a good defense wherever he is put
First, Melky’s bunt wasn’t that bad, Guthrie got off the mound quickly and made a good play.
Second, Andy has been incredible tonight, not even a hard hit ball yet.
Third, enjoy the game, something special could be happening in the next 45 minutes.
The key to the rest of the game will be the 1 thru 4 hitters in the Baltimore lineup.
most consecutive homers hit? is that the question?
“It’s Kay’s ego.”
It is unequivocally that.
Kind of loving “Ring of Fire” being played at Camden Yards
No matter the outcome of this game, I just want to stay I am very glad I stayed home and watched. I was planning to be motivated and go to the gym, but once I got home from work I opted to be lazy and sit on the couch. Good call on my part.
i dont like kay, but I do not have a problem with mentioned a no-no after 6 innings…then it becomes a story.
with the way andy’s pitching, it’s apparent that posada has no idea what he’s doing behind the plate.
faultless
defectless
untarnished
NYY626 – Go Andy!
August 31st, 2009 at 8:37 pm
No matter the outcome of this game, I just want to stay I am very glad I stayed home and watched. I was planning to be motivated and go to the gym, but once I got home from work I opted to be lazy and sit on the couch. Good call on my part.
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Welcome to my world. Except my gym has TVs all around, which kind of makes me even sadder
Kay specifically states that announcers are to be excluded from any overtones of superstition when dealing with a perfect game.
He’s right too.
GB. the Cano reference to Brett was because they both have great bat control, and can drive the ball where it’s pitched….I remember watching Brett in the Spring of 73 in a SP game in Fort Meyers….He hit three doubles to all three fields……His swing was so effortless..He zipped thru the Royals system, as he was drafted the same year as myself…..He went to the bigs, I went back to AA……
Michael Kay keeps saying Andy is pitching a perfect game.
Seriously, how retarded is this guy?
He can’t help himself, Laura. *He* doesn’t believe in superstitions.
Damon could have used my support in the poll.
The ALCS schedule is out. Theoretically, CC could pitch game 1 which would be on a Friday night, Game 4 (short rest) on Tuesday, and then Game 7 (If necessary) on regular rest the following Sunday. Otherwise if that game is played (good chance it is if the Red Sox are the opponent) I would much rather CC pitch than Burnett or Pettitte.
How hilarious would it be if Swish hit for the cycle?
cano with george brett, that is some kind of company
Hairston is the kind of pick up the Yankees made during those dynasty years. Great trade
Well, he can’t exactly ignore it, but its been noted in the booth since the second inning, lol.
If Swisher gets a cycle, I will get a Swishhawk
will swisher get 30 homers this year?
Welcome to my world. Except my gym has TVs all around, which kind of makes me even sadder
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So does mine. But the game experience is not the same if I can’t listen and laugh at Michael Kay while typing on the blog at the same time.
I’m guessing my gym going time will resume in Novemeber lol.
We really need to score more runs. If Pettitte allows a baserunner, that would put the tying run at the plate for the O’s. Would be nice to break the game open and at least take some pressure off.
Pat M.
August 31st, 2009 at 8:39 pm
GB. the Cano reference to Brett was because they both have great bat control, and can drive the ball where it’s pitched….I remember watching Brett in the Spring of 73 in a SP game in Fort Meyers….He hit three doubles to all three fields……His swing was so effortless..He zipped thru the Royals system, as he was drafted the same year as myself…..He went to the bigs, I went back to AA……
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I hated seeing Brett face the Yankees…he was that good. The real pity is what Boston did to Kenny Brett. What a talent he was. Never understood why he didn’t move to first base or the outfield. He was a real hitter.
No reason to jump to conclusions as you did with the Jeter bunt, Pete. Wait to hear what Girardi says and whether Cabrera bunted on his own. Then you can exert your incredible baseball mind over him.
ok THAT is absolutely ridiculous.
great point damon ator…harriston is exactly the type of player the yanks have not had in a long time. A role player, tough out..not a super star…great pick-up
omg, now they are showing clips of David Wells. STOP
as I continue to gush over harriston..he strikes out. lol
FYI- MLB is going to go live look in for the bottom of the 7th if you somehow have MLB and not YES.
Posada took 3rd on the wild pitch, horrible play by Posada as he could have been thrown out. Awful ballplayer he is!
I guess Andy will give up a hr to end YES perfect game scheme.
EDIT- Should have said MLB Network
“omg, now they are showing clips of David Wells. STOP”
Seriously… I almost said lay off Kay, Cone said he heard them mention it a zillion times when he did it, but clips of Wells??
“most consecutive homers hit? is that the question?”
I think it was most consecutive games.
Drats. I would have liked to have scored those runs.
Phil – Not a troll since 2007
August 31st, 2009 at 8:42 pm
No reason to jump to conclusions as you did with the Jeter bunt, Pete. Wait to hear what Girardi says and whether Cabrera bunted on his own. Then you can exert your incredible baseball mind over him.
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right on. I second that.
A-N-D-Y. Let’s do this.
“Michael Kay keeps saying Andy is pitching ….”
Don’t repeated it then…we don’t want to jinx it.
Go Andy!!!!
Melky is NOT the type of player to bunt on his own..if i had to guess..
I wonder how much they paid Pedroia to do those Lottery ads.
Posada taught Wieters everything he knows about not blocking pitches in the dirt, I suppose…
how many seconds will it take kay to say perfect game
JRod
August 31st, 2009 at 8:41 pm
If Swisher gets a cycle, I will get a Swishhawk
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If you get a Swishhawk, I would like pictures
I would think the answer to the Baltimore question might be Frank Robinson. He knew a couple of things about home runs.
“Drat. I would have liked to have scored those runs.”
Yep just in case the O’s try to bunt and use the excuse it’s a tight game.
Enough Hawk
August 31st, 2009 at 8:46 pm
how many seconds will it take kay to say perfect game
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Did you have time to start the count?
Posada hasn’t even thrown a guy out on the bases tonight, what a horrible catcher he is.
about 4 seconds..
close..
I hope Joba is taking notes-
No thinking, no shaking off, just beautiful pitching
in the words of the great Pedro Cerrano in Major League 2: BLOW THIS CHUMP AWAY
chris berman just mentioned the P word for Andy in the sportscenter update.
Best hit ball of the night off of Pettitte.
The Damon-ator
August 31st, 2009 at 8:48 pm
in the words of the great Pedro Cerrano in Major League 2: BLOW THIS CHUMP AWAY
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You’ve got no manners. LOL
how terrible is the Orioles offense tho???
singleton will pick markakis..
“Posada hasn’t even thrown a guy out on the bases tonight, what a horrible catcher he is.”
Where’s Cervelli when you need him?
I’m trying to tell my wife what is going on without actually saying anything close. Very difficult.
just a pitching clinic, this is beautiful to watch…
Enough Hawk
August 31st, 2009 at 8:49 pm
singleton will pick markakis..
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Thats who I would pick
i actually think for a last place team the orioles have some decent hitters in their line-up
that was a strike!
“singleton will pick markakis..”
Please, don’t mention Markakis. My strength of will is weak.
Plus, are you still hating on Hawk even though the CWS series is over?
“I’m trying to tell my wife what is going on without actually saying anything close. Very difficult.”
Sounds like a universal male problem
Rob B (Officialy on the Jeter for MVP bandwagon)
August 31st, 2009 at 8:50 pm
I’m trying to tell my wife what is going on without actually saying anything close. Very difficult.
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Say nothing. You can tell her later.
Ump that was not just.
true story – Jim Kaat always used to mention no hitters also and it drove me crazy. I wrote to him at the YES network and really gave him a piece of my mind, reminding him of baseball superstitions and asking him to at least respect those people who believed in them. He emailed me back the coolest email. He told me he loved my baseball passion and that he would do his best to not do it
anymore. And he never did after that. He also invited me to go and visit him in the booth when I was at a game. (I never did.) I emailed him back thanking him and he emailed back again.
I saved those emails as they were special to me and then when I had both my computers crash in the spring, I lose all my emails.
I intend to email Michael Kay and BEG him to respect the tradition. Maybe if he gets enough emails asking him to stop, he’ll do it.
time to bring Hinske in for a defensive replacement
…lol
MG August 31st, 2009 at 8:47 pm
Posada hasn’t even thrown a guy out on the bases tonight, what a horrible catcher he is.
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swisher is an adventure out there.
Erica – always OPPC August 31st, 2009 at 8:50 pm
Enough Hawk
August 31st, 2009 at 8:49 pm
singleton will pick markakis..
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I its markakis no one is ever allowed to comment on his hotness ever again!
Raise your hand if you are starting to get antsy with each pitch???
i’m listening to wcbs online and its about 6-7 seconds ahead of the television. how lovely.
Scared…
*If
JERRy
Please rule an error
Please rule an error
That hurts
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
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Get rid of Hairston RIGHT NOW!!!!
I guess we caused that by pumping up Hairston.
When’s the next Kangaroo Court?
Hairston just lost a month’s salary.
Damn! That’s a routine play.
Erica – always OPPC
August 31st, 2009 at 8:51 pm
Raise your hand if you are starting to get antsy with each pitch???
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Erica – in a hotel room trying to work and I have the US Open on the TV in an attempt to distract myself. I can’t even check gameday or anything…I keep refreshing in here
rats.
Ugh-
Hairston owes Pettitte. Something. Big.
That was way too similar to the Juan Uribe error during Sanchez’s no-no
Hairston sucks
Ouch!!!
gameday shows that that’s an error
93 by Andy, he is pumped
The poor guy. He probably feels so bad. Well…we’re still in business. Let’s win this thing.
“Where’s Cervelli when you need him?”
OOO-EEE, coming soon I would think!
he gets 2 strikes on every batter
now i want andy to give up a hit…
I’m still a PG virgin.
I’ve never seen one live.
imagine if that was arod…guy would be boo’d out of the park
Good idea Trisha
However I doubt that you can get him to change. J. Kaat is a gentleman, Kay is …..
Where is Arod when you need him.
GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Failston
Hairston has to be feel a little better inside
crap, but a good piece of hitting by Markakis
Give Hairston another E
Why does it ALWAYS have to end this way? ALWAYS.
I am so upset right now. What a bummer.
that was fun..while it lasted
Be nice, everyone. He must feel awful.
Now I’m still a no-hitter virgin. I’ve never seen one of those live either.
Awwwww :*(
Perfect game gone. No hitter gone.
I hate these announcers!!
I can’t imagine how Hairston feels.
And now it’s gone.
Game’s not over. Not by a long shot.
Unbelievable! Thanks Jerry!
I feel awful for Jerry. He must feel so bad. Andy should have been out of the inning.
JRod
August 31st, 2009 at 8:54 pm
Hairston has to be feel a little better inside
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Doubtful, if he makes his play Pettitte is in the dugout
Drive-By Truckers frontman/singer Patterson Hood is a serious Sprngsteen fan. His first Bruce show was February 13, 1981, at Mississippi State.
It was a great run. Gotta feel more bad for Hairston than Pettitte.
Markakis ruined the no hitter. Discussing his hotness is persona non grata around here now.
Wow. That bit. Pettitte had every thing knocked out of him after that error.
Poor Andy.
I know people will jump on me but I feel bad for Hairston also, he must feel awful.
Pettitte will be fine if he gets the win – it’s Hairston who will lose sleep… please don’t be mean!
Please?
JRod August 31st, 2009 at 8:54 pm
Hairston has to be feel a little better inside
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Not really. Inning should have been over.
When is bunny hunting season?
I blame michael kay = )
Pete, he would have been out of the inning. it was the third out. Feel awful for Jerry!
Perfect games are a team achievement.
Sometimes its just not meant to be. Too bad for Pettitte.
Last Yankee no hit I was listening to was Doc against the Seattle…and I nearly hit the tree in Boston suburb.
“Markakis ruined the no hitter. Discussing his hotness is persona non grata around here now.”
But he was only doing what a good baseball player is supposed to do. 1)See the ball. 2)Hit the ball. 3)Pray that nobody catches it.
Okay, we won’t discuss his hotness for the rest of this game, but tomorrow, we’re back on it.
It is ok to feel bad for Hairston. The perfect game was an illusion, winning the game is important.
This is game time
out of rhythm now…
Pete, I would have thought you had banned Bunny due to her continual violation of the TOS with her garbage mouth. If you did, she is back. If you didn’t, you really should consider it. She’s horrid.
He made a great play earlier, its hard to be mad at Hairston. I’m sure he’s being harder on himself than anyone could be.
The reason why Andy lost the no hitter was because of Posada. There can’t be any other reason.
Get Pettite out there these things tend to turn fast. We can still lose the game here.
Wow, Andy looked steamed!
somebody shoot the Wabbit!
Andy looked pissed.
attaboy, Andy, what a great job tonight…
Give Hairston a break, he is freaking human!
I think people are forgetting that this is Jerry Hairston were talking about…He is a journey man..this isnt mike Schmidt playing third base….but my little sister makes that play tho
Can we please score some runs now? Andy still has a chance for a CG shutout which would be his first in a few years.
and now we have to sit through a shamwow commercial like we haven’t suffered enough
Poor Andy. Poor Hairston. Hairston maybe a bit overzealous on the play.
Agh. Wanted this for Andy so bad
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no biggie still pitching a gem..just keep winning..18 away from 100
I feel bad for Hairston, too. He probably feels worse then anyone. the look on his face after the inning said it all.
Feel bad for Andy, too. Still pitching a gem, though.
Now, it’s time to buckle down and win this thing!
The absolute worst I ever watched was when Moose lost his no hitter on the last AB with 2 strikes in the last of the 9th at fenway. At least I think that’s what it was. I don’t think I breathed for the next 2 hours. What a heartbreaker that was.
Erica – always OPPC August 31st, 2009 at 8:57 pm
When is bunny hunting season?
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I don’t know about other states, but in Nevada it’s whenever they get in you garden. Or just whenever.
Harriston failed ! But I have been very impressed with Andy. It seems that he has found his cutter and velocity from a few years ago. Now if Andy continues to pitch like this in the playoffs, with Sabathia and Burnett dominating the Yankees will be a serious threat.
Great recovery by Pettitte after a huge let down. One thing about Pettitte is that he won’t even mention it. Of course, somebody will attempt to draw something out of the post game interviews.
YanksFan- District 9 was awesome August 31st, 2009 at 8:59 pm
Give Hairston a break, he is freaking human!
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I do feel bad for him. But I’m feeling for Andy a bit more.
I had a bunny once. It died and we buried it in my back yard.
Get back to work bats.
Okay. That was fun. Let’s get Andy some runs now.
Hairston = Buckner
Jerry Hairston should be booed out of the bronx. I hope the fans give him the Latroy Hawkins treatment.
Girardi went all Little League coach on Hairston. Classic!
yeah, hariston booted the ball, but honestly…arod would have no chance at making the play jerry did on weiters
the perfect game was no illusion… Baltimore was laying down practically… I mean Andy was 100 percent on his game but they were going down without a fight… it was pretty similar to the way the Expos were going down against Cone, just so easy for the pitcher… Hairston probably single handedly blew a perfect game and no hitter… but hey he’s a backup, these things happen… It’s pretty disappointing cuz Andy prob won’t come that close again, but still, Yankees gotta be focusing on the big picture
“Trish! Where’s the love! Go Birds!”
The things you said last night were absolutely disgusting. You’re a pig. Nobody should have to read that stuff. Again, I’m stunned that you weren’t banned – not that I didn’t try.
what happened, JRod?
jeter is a machine…
hey trisha..mussina did not lose a no hitter. that was a perfect game..
Derek jeter is a BEAST!
DFA HAIRSTON!!
(i’m joking, before anyone gets riled up)
Jeter.
Angel – A tale told by idiots, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing
August 31st, 2009 at 8:59 pm
He made a great play earlier, its hard to be mad at Hairston. I’m sure he’s being harder on himself than anyone could be.
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Hairston just a tremendous pickup for us. You feel for the guy, and for Andy.
Jeter like, OK, turn page, win game
While I am kind of ticked off at Hairston, even the players in the field get nervous over each play as a perfect game is happening. You know he feels like crap letting that go. Pettitte then gave up the hit, you knew it was coming. It almost always seems to go that way.
Will Andy come out for the 8th?
I want to be steamed at Jerry, and a part of me is, but he’s human – he made an error. He’s going to feel terrible about this, but his teammates will try to reassure him……and I’m sure Andy won’t blame him.
# trisha – OPPC lifetime member who fears no team except the Yankees
August 31st, 2009 at 9:00 pm
The absolute worst I ever watched was when Moose lost his no hitter on the last AB with 2 strikes in the last of the 9th at fenway. At least I think that’s what it was. I don’t think I breathed for the next 2 hours. What a heartbreaker that was.
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Yeah, it is probably better to have it broken up in the 7th than in the 9th with one to go. Poor Moose
in 1996 when jeter hit a homer in cleveland…did you EVER THINK he would be the all time yankee hit leader?
SA-
Was it a good pet? Bunnies never did it for me. I have little aquatic froggies right now
this just in from private sources at Camden Yards…..
Posada caused that error, he yelled “HA” has Hairston was ready to make that play.
Film at 11.
about that almost perfect game by mussina..a good michael kay story. I have heard that Kay and mussina never liked each other. Kay had mussina in a post game interview…mussina was very rude to kay..Kay said I will never interview after a game again.I dont care what you do. Even if you throw a perfect game I will not speak to you after a game..Well Mussina game with in one batter of throwing one.
“hey trisha..mussina did not lose a no hitter. that was a perfect game..”
If Jeter can limit himself to one hit a night, he will break the record at home
DFA Hairston
Pena would of made that play
nice
MPB Johnny Damon = Very Awesome
7789
August 31st, 2009 at 9:01 pm
Hairston = Buckner
Jerry Hairston should be booed out of the bronx. I hope the fans give him the Latroy Hawkins treatment.
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DFA 7789.
That’s a shame. You gotta feel bad for Hairston on that one. Just thought too much about it. He did make a nice play the inning before. What a crazy baseball season. There has been a perfect game, and now two late inning perfect games broken up by an error.
Nice hustle by Jeter to score on that single for the 3-0 lead.
Here, its anytime you see one on your front lawn, Erica.
I’ll get out our Benelli and start practicing.
Rishi, Girardi walked over to Hairston and put his finger under his chin to tell him to keep his head up. I haven’t seen much of that in the pros to say the least.
Pettitte’s pitching the 8th. He’s only at 88 pitches and is dominating.
Jeter is just the best pure baseball player…
trivia for trisha. What red sox broke up mussina’s perfect game with 2 outs in the ninth..
MG
August 31st, 2009 at 9:04 pm
this just in from private sources at Camden Yards…..
Posada caused that error, he yelled “HA” has Hairston was ready to make that play.
Film at 11.
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No – I distinctly heard him say “Mine!”
Don’t forget that Hairston is some one’s son. Imagine if your son was out there and people started trashing him. You wouldn’t like it.
I love how after the perfect game and no-hitter was lost, the Yanks decided that enough was enough and tacked an instant run on the board, as if they’ve been holding a 5-6 run outburst in reserve just in case.
What a great team.
Question – an error breaks up a no hitter? That doesn’t seem fair.
7789 = Eric Hinske or Ramiero Pena????
Carl Le Misanthrope Everett.
M Kay is the worse.
How can we have such a good team and such a crummy lead announcer.
You know, Rob Thompson has done a heckuva job this year.
Tricia, Bunney is a guy……..Markakis is outstanding in right field….Yanks blow this game open right now
trisha – OPPC lifetime member who fears no team except the Yankees
August 31st, 2009 at 9:06 pm
Question – an error breaks up a no hitter? That doesn’t seem fair.
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No, an error is still a no-hitter
Part of me is relieved that Pettitte didn’t get the perfect game.
Mark Buehrle anybody? How has he done since his perfecto earlier this season?
But it still would have been cool to see it happen.
Carl Everett
thanks, JRod…
trisha – I think it breaks up the perfect game, not the no hitter
Erica – always OPPC August 31st, 2009 at 9:04 pm
SA-
Was it a good pet? Bunnies never did it for me. I have little aquatic froggies right now
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At first it was pretty good. Real cute. But then the bunny got sick or something and died. Not so good and not so cute.
trisha – OPPC lifetime member who fears no team except the Yankees
August 31st, 2009 at 9:06 pm
Question – an error breaks up a no hitter? That doesn’t seem fair.
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breaks up PG.
Heyman’s twitter: #rockies, #yanks have inquired about jon garland, who cleared waivers and is on a roll (3-1, 3.89 this month).
Yes Rob Thompson should get some recognition this year… he has helped them score more runs this year… I honestly have only seen him make like 1 or 2 mistakes all year
Then Hairston didn’t break up his no hitter. So why should anyone be down on Hairston?
Erica – always OPPC
August 31st, 2009 at 9:04 pm
If Jeter can limit himself to one hit a night, he will break the record at home
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I’d prefer to see three hits a game and reach 25 homer and 35 doubles. At least get to 90 RBI.
S.A.–Serenity Now
August 31st, 2009 at 9:07 pm
At first it was pretty good. Real cute. But then the bunny got sick or something and died. Not so good and not so cute.
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I know that wasn’t funny, but I just laughed out loud LOL
pass on garland…he is terrible
“Mark Buehrle anybody? How has he done since his perfecto earlier this season?”
One word: lousy.
JRod
August 31st, 2009 at 9:05 pm
Rishi, Girardi walked over to Hairston and put his finger under his chin to tell him to keep his head up. I haven’t seen much of that in the pros to say the least.
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Girardi’s a prince. Good people.
trisha – OPPC lifetime member who fears no team except the Yankees
August 31st, 2009 at 9:08 pm
Then Hairston didn’t break up his no hitter. So why should anyone be down on Hairston?
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Cause his error did break up the perfect game
They are really embracing that hip-Hip-Jorge chant in Baltimore
Trisha,
If Hairston makes that play, the inning is over and the no-hitter intact.
which yankee pitcher threw a no-hitter and lost the game? anyone anyone…
Cano will get a hit here…
“They are really embracing that hip-Hip-Jorge chant in Baltimore”
Jorge needs to take out a one page ad in the newspapers in NY and ask the fans to stop it because it is beyond annoying.
Hairston < Carl Everett
I agree Rob Thompson is a great third base coach. Lights years better than Bobby Meachum.
Andy Hawkins.
“Probably cause you are a prude when every one else was laughing! I forgot you are Pete’s little squealer! LOL
Pete, Bunny said bad words. Go Birds!”
I don’t remember anyone here laughing. And whether I am a prude or not is irrelevant since you violated forum policy with your base comments.
And call it what you want, I don’t come here to hear piggish base comments. Nobody else does it here, by the way. Congratulations. You bring everything low class to this forum. Everything.
C’mon Robi. You eat lefties for lunch.
Bill Bevins in the World Series, 1947 (I think) broken up by Cookie Lavagetto
Not for nothing but if Arod was playing 3rd base he probably doesn’t make the bare-handed play that Hairston made earlier in the inning.
Andy looks like he wants to punch something.
Carl Everett = Bum
7789
August 31st, 2009 at 9:01 pm
Hairston = Buckner
Jerry Hairston should be booed out of the bronx. I hope the fans give him the Latroy Hawkins treatment.
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You, sir, are making a fool of yourself.
“If Hairston makes that play, the inning is over and the no-hitter intact.”
Gotcha.
good tom from New Jersey..who was he pitching against and which yankee made the big error that allowed all the runs to score…
so Texas is imploding against Toronto – what’s that all about!
if hairston makes that play perfect game intact..
Good job.
Another hit for Cano with RISP.
CANO DELIVERS!!! Heating up just in time for the postseason!!!
“which yankee pitcher threw a no-hitter and lost the game? anyone anyone…”
Andy Hawk (acquired from WSox)?
Nick didn’t think Tex was going to try to score, Mr. Kay!!
Thanks Pel.
That’s the first time we’ve had that since 2006, and only the 3rd time since we got into that quick sand of a rebuilding job with our starting rotation following the 2003 World Series (when Wells, Clemens, & Pettitte all departed).
Not a coincidence that all 3 times we had the best record in the league (2004, 2006, 2009).
is it just me or is Cano heating up w/ RISP???
I’m 1 for 1 on Robbie Cano batting predictions…
Speaking of the curse of the no hitter – David Cone.
Very nice, Mr. Cano.
Cano: Take that! RISP
Robbie gets a two out hit with RISP.
The apocalypse must be coming.
Cano OPS in August .926.
So much for his terminal problems with RISP.
Cano’s swing always remided me of John Olerud’s…
GB. Robbie Cano is a walking double , Yankee style
How can you keep Hairston on the team after that?
I’m sorry, you have to get rid of him. Just bad karma all around.
Hey Bunny, what do you think of Fah Fah Fo high?
Including Pettitte’s outing tonight, this year’s team now has 3 starting pitchers that have made at least 26 starts with 160+ IP in the same season (Sabathia, Burnett, & Pettitte).
That’s the first time we’ve had that since 2006, and only the 3rd time since we got into that quick sand of a rebuilding job with our starting rotation following the 2003 World Series (when Wells, Clemens, & Pettitte all departed).
Not a coincidence that all 3 times we had the best record in the league (2004, 2006, 2009).
hey leave trisa alone!
Joe from Long Island
August 31st, 2009 at 9:14 pm
Robbie gets a two out hit with RISP.
The apocalypse must be coming.
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Nah, Cano’s just good.
I can’t wait to see Swisher running for third on anything that goes out of the infield
Decorum and prudishness are not the same.
Vulgarity runs rampant on the net. It is refreshing to see someone take a stand against it.
There is nothing wrong with opposing someone’s view or statements, but there is no need to be rude or offensive.
any chance that Mo sits there thinking “when am I ever going to get a save!”
Hey Bunny, ever seen the film Bunny Lake Is Missing?
Why don’t you go rent it.
i never thought i’d wish cody ransom was at 3rd to make the bad play to take the heat off jerry
they will have 3 pitchers with over 200 innings..forgot 160
“so Texas is imploding against Toronto – what’s that all about!”
WS
August 31st, 2009 at 9:14 pm
is it just me or is Cano heating up w/ RISP???
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It’s just Cano.
“Not for nothing but if Arod was playing 3rd base he probably doesn’t make the bare-handed play that Hairston made earlier in the inning.”
Maybe. But if Alex made the error, less people would have been forgiving of him.
Why not blame Andy for giving up a hit AFTER the error?
Jonathan Sanchez didn’t get unnerved after the Uribe error.
with a 5 run lead, you either let Andy finish the game unless it’s a save situation for Mo or take him out now. There is no reason to have him pitch just one inning.
when was swishers last triple?
Pat M.
August 31st, 2009 at 9:14 pm
GB. Robbie Cano is a walking double , Yankee style
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When Cano is pulling the ball, does his swing look like Roger Maris to you? With the body tilt and the blurred bat?
Cano is a hitting machine. Him struggling with RISP earlier in season was only an aberration.
Cano = Best 2nd basemen in the american league
nature boy August 31st, 2009 at 9:16 pm
i never thought i’d wish cody ransom was at 3rd to make the bad play to take the heat off jerry
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I’m just glad it wasn’t Alex! Some idiot yankee fans would never let him live it down, and I don’t think he could mentally handle it.
Enough Harriston!
August 31st, 2009 at 9:18 pm
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Umm- its HAIRSTON
Bunny, what name do you like better, Mama Monkey or Tata Toothy?
Mr. Harriston, meet the New York Media…have fun with that..
Hairston’s been a terrific pickup and has contributed to a bunch of wins, there is no reason to pick on him. And I’m the biggest Andy fan on the blog, bar none.
yeah I cant spell..and I like hairston..just being silly
Yeah, Robbie is good.
He has been getting some RISP hits lately, starting even before that walkoff HR. I remember he got a walkoff single in an afternoon game against Toronto recently.
In any case, looks like he’s getting some confidence there.
Hairston sneezed on deck while Swisher was swinging
“i never thought i’d wish cody ransom was at 3rd to make the bad play to take the heat off jerry”
Ransom DEFINITELY makes that play
(joking, once again) Hairston’s been pretty solid for us since he got picked up…just stinks that his error comes in such a big spot. But adding another win ain’t bad either
Tunnel Man
August 31st, 2009 at 9:12 pm
Andy looks like he wants to punch something.
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THe way Andy is, probably steaming about the hit down the line. In other words, mad at himself, not Hairston. Disappointed by Hairston, yes. But, as always, mad at himself.
That’s Andy.
Talk radio is going to be fun tomorrow… so are the newspaper covers with their Hairston jokes…
Ugh
I think cano’s earlier problems with RISP was he just isn’t selective…Swings at everything..nice to see him heating up though.
If you’re going to be a troll about a player, at least try and spell the name so it sounds like the name.
P-h-o-n-e-t-i-c-s are your friend when you can’t spell.
Tool.
Oh, for heaven’s sake. Hairston makes that play. He just didn’t. Unfortunate, but these things happen.
JRod
August 31st, 2009 at 9:19 pm
Hairston sneezed on deck while Swisher was swinging
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actually, Posada threw dirt in his eyes before that at bat so he couldn’t hit for the cycle, didn’t you see that?
bodhisattva – Destiny Wears Pinstripes
August 31st, 2009 at 9:16 pm
Hey Bunny, ever seen the film Bunny Lake Is Missing?
Why don’t you go rent it.
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I was thinking “Watership Down”. All of the other rabitts gang up on the rabitt jerk and gnaw him to death.
poor jerry. I actually feel really bad for him! please people don’t be mean! could happen to anyone
MG August 31st, 2009 at 9:19 pm
Hairston’s been a terrific pickup and has contributed to a bunch of wins, there is no reason to pick on him. And I’m the biggest Andy fan on the blog, bar none.
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Listen, Andy and I never played golf together but you might have some competition in the “biggest fan” department
AHHHHH Andy
Still an amazing game.
is cody ransom alive?
Hughes now… no waiting…joe G. better have him warming
Time for Pettitte to go. Great game, Andy!
I don’t get all the bunny and rabbit talk? Did I miss something?
Angel, she doesn’t even know what the word prude means. You can’t expect her to know how to spell.
2-run double by Malec puts Trenton in front.
I was thinking “Watership Down”. All of the other rabitts gang up on the rabitt jerk and gnaw him to death.
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I was thinking Fatal Attraction.
Bunny meet Glenn Close.
Listen, Andy and I never played golf together but you might have some competition in the “biggest fan” department
AHHHHH Andy Still an amazing game.
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you have great taste, Andy is a terrific guy, very genuine and down to earth.
Sorry angel.not perfect..it is just a typo. take it easy…
Yikes.
Thanks Jennifer.. I didn’t know it was THAT challenged. How can you not know what that means? lol.
Excellent tweet from the great Jon Heyman
“on yes network, they’re now polling for player of the game. one clue: it’s not hairston.”
GB, When ever The Rog comes up, it warms my heart…..Good call though……Tricia, getting some love here tonight at The LoHud….We can pick on her, we can fight with her, but outsiders, no way…….
yankfan
August 31st, 2009 at 9:21 pm
poor jerry. I actually feel really bad for him! please people don’t be mean! could happen to anyone
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I love that bumper sticker: Mean People Suck.
But it’s kind of mean. Mean people are people somebody was mean to, thus their meanness. The mystery as to who could have started the meanness, however, remains.
i vote for complete game…
Did you see Pettitte was mouthing “fastball” and shaking jorge off until he gave the sign.
I’m with Bod. He didn’t make the play. It’s over.
Andy may feel as bad as any pitcher does when the no hitter is gone – but Andy is a team player like no other and will be thrilled that the team won the game. He is about team way more than about himself.
Let’s all feel happy that he’s pitching such a great game.
Does anyone here know where Bryan Mitchell is playing?
Don’t see him listed on any rosters.
The greatest pitcher in Yankee hostory never threw a no hitter. Whitey Ford did however throw back-to-back complete game 1 hitters in 1954.
pat wrote:
Maybe. But if Alex made the error, less people would have been forgiving of him.
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hmmm, I think Arod is in the midst of the longest stretch of his Yankee career where even the most cynical fan could has been having a hard time finding a nit to pick on and more importantly, off the field. I think Hairston definitely will get more of a pass than Arod would have merely because he hasn’t done any wrong since he’s been on the team but I’m not sure Arod would have been killed for the error. He single-handedly saved Mark Texiera’s Yankee career and has put the Yankees on this amazing streak by nothing more than his mere presence in the lineup. I think a lot of Yankees fans have reevaluated his real worth to this team this year. We don’t expect as much from him and that lack of expectations has freed him to be a key player instead of the straw that stirs the drink.
I like john heyman..much better than gammons…not that i am comparing..
ugh, just once I’d like to post something without reviewing it and have not one grammatical error
pettitte is looking like the 2003 version
“He single-handedly saved Mark Texiera’s Yankee career”
what?
“GB, When ever The Rog comes up, it warms my heart…..Good call though……Tricia, getting some love here tonight at The LoHud….We can pick on her, we can fight with her, but outsiders, no way…….”
Thanks Pat M. We’re a family here. Like all families, we may fight, but we ultimately love.
“And I’m the biggest Andy fan on the blog, bar none.”
I beg to differ. And I have the Lohud scars from last years free agent signing period to prove it.
Imagine if A-Rod made that error all the writers and so many people would be killing him. I really hope Hairston gets the same treatment.
Hairston, supposedly, Bunny is busting Trish’s chops about being a Yankee fan and Trish doesn’t like it. Trish probably feels that Bunny shouldn’t say anything derogatory about the Yankees but Bunny probably feels differently. Bunny probably feels since he’s not attacking any one, he can say whatever he wants. The thing is, it’s up to Pete to decide what happens on his blizzog. I’ll keep you posted on what happens next.
Angel – A tale told by idiots, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing
August 31st, 2009 at 9:23 pm
I was thinking “Watership Down”. All of the other rabitts gang up on the rabitt jerk and gnaw him to death.
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I was thinking Fatal Attraction.
Bunny meet Glenn Close
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Thats what I was thinking of. Stewed Bunny
Angel, i just went back up and read. It wasn’t the poster you were referring to it was bunny.
Yep she keeps using the word improperly. I guess she just learned it and wants to sound smart.
Pat M.
August 31st, 2009 at 9:26 pm
GB, When ever The Rog comes up, it warms my heart…..Good call though……Tricia, getting some love here tonight at The LoHud….We can pick on her, we can fight with her, but outsiders, no way…….
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absolutely loved watching Maris play. His all around game was what Paul O’Neill became. Both were hot tempered, but, only the clubhouse saw that part of Maris. complete opposite of Mantle and O’Neill.
BloggingBombers: Fans here booing Hairston as he comes to bat. Bad job by them.
After tonight Pettitte will be 12-6 with a 4.03 ERA. He kind of surpassed Burnett as our second best starter.
lol the Yankee fans in Baltimore are booing Hairston
Dave, are you going to argue that Teixiera was NOT struggling before Arod’s return?
How the heck are the B.Jays beating the Rangers 10-0 in Texas????????????????
I actually wouldn’t mind seeing Pettitte start a playoff series.
That explains why its resorting to jokes that I haven’t heard since grade school, Jennifer.
It also just discovered the exclamation mark.
When Hairston returns to the stadium, he will be showered with boos, i guarantee it.
yankee fans don’t forget things like that.
Trenton wins, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
“After tonight Pettitte will be 12-6 with a 4.03 ERA. He kind of surpassed Burnett as our second best starter.”
Agree 100%.
“Dave, are you going to argue that Teixiera was NOT struggling before Arod’s return?”
No. In fact, that’s been a pattern for Tex – early struggles, which is why I think it’s totally unfair to say that A-Rod singlehandedly revived Tex’s career. Considering the interest that he was drawing from the free agent market, you have to assume a lot of teams didn’t think his career was in jeopardy.
I’ve had to watch the game on the Oriole’s feed (MASN). Their text poll of the night for player of the game went something like this…
Pettitte : 3%
Swisher : 14%
Guthrie : 83%
…idiots
If you had the choice of Pettitte getting the perfect game then going on a winless streak like Buerle or losing it and continue on his streak of dominance what would you pick?
What kind of people would boo him for that? Sheesh.
Ghost
I think you’re giving some Yankee fans too much credit.
““After tonight Pettitte will be 12-6 with a 4.03 ERA. He kind of surpassed Burnett as our second best starter.”
And during the off season contract negotiations, the Yankees didn’t even want to pay the guy.
“Thanks Pat M. We’re a family here. Like all families, we may fight, but we ultimately love.”
actually i thought it was pretty funny how bunny was ticking off trisha.
Lamar
August 31st, 2009 at 9:32 pm
When Hairston returns to the stadium, he will be showered with boos, i guarantee it.
yankee fans don’t forget things like that.
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The people who boo – like the zeros booing Chamberlain two starts ago – aren’t Yankee fans.
They are post-96 losers who have never done anything in their entire lives and go to games hoping someone fails so they can scream about how much money they make.
Not exactly people interested in, or familiar with, the nuances of baseball.
These are the same “fans” who booed LaTroy Hawkins from Day 1 because of the number he wore…
And the same ones who booed A-Rod when he was hitting 35 HRs…
Absolutely the streak of dominance, Ghost. And I dont think I’d be wrong in suggesting that Pettitte might feel the same way.
re: Hairston
let
it
go
all that matters is the win
“Hairston, supposedly, Bunny is busting Trish’s chops about being a Yankee fan and Trish doesn’t like it. Trish probably feels that Bunny shouldn’t say anything derogatory about the Yankees but Bunny probably feels differently. Bunny probably feels since he’s not attacking any one, he can say whatever he wants. The thing is, it’s up to Pete to decide what happens on his blizzog. I’ll keep you posted on what happens next.”
Sean, what?
Do you think my reference to piggish and base comments had to do with “Bunny” not liking the Yankees??? Hardly. I was referring to some disgusting comments “Bunny” made on last night’s forum. Base, vulgar, and disgusting. Busting my chops about being a Yankee fan is not against the TOS here. Saying filthy things is.
I wouldn’t email Pete to report someone busting my chops about being a Yankee fan. I did email Pete about the piggish comments. After all, Pete gets a large readership and I would think that they don’t want to have to read the gross stuff “Bunny” put there.
Hope you understand it now.
Hairston will be showered with applause, you dolt. Fans boo for lack of effort and an 8-0 deficit in the first. Learn about the Yankees, Lamar.
Take your free base Jeter. You already got your allotted hit for the night
“No. In fact, that’s been a pattern for Tex – early struggles, which is why I think it’s totally unfair to say that A-Rod singlehandedly revived Tex’s career.”
Tex’s resurgence after Alex returned was a little bit of him heating up when he always does in the season and Alex’s presence lengthening the lineup. But no, Alex did not revive Tex’s career.
I don’t think there is even a question about whether or not to bring Andy back
boddhisatva -
That’s good news for the Thunder.
Lamar
August 31st, 2009 at 9:32 pm
When Hairston returns to the stadium, he will be showered with boos, i guarantee it.
yankee fans don’t forget things like that.
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Who ARE these random names that appear, having never been seen before and make posts like these?
Honestly.
MPB Johnny Damon = Really awesome
Yankee fans that boo aren’t real fans. Anyone that boos Hairston when they get back to the stadium is an idiot and an embarrassment to us all.
Looks like the day off did Melkman some good.
He’s hitting .277 RH this season. Seems more able to stay inside the ball over there. Legs are a little wobbly from left side, using his arms too much. But coming around.
I don’t know if someone answered but it was Andy Hawkins against the Chicago White Sox and Jim Leyritz was playing left field when they lost 4-0… that stupid game is seared into my memory
Dave, you didn’t read my post correctly. I didn’t say Arod saved his career, I said he saved his “Yankee” career. Yeah it was a little tongue in cheek but how many great careers have come to their death in pinstripes? Many. So whenever any great players get off to a slow start in pinstripes there’s always the Eddie Lee Whitson-like whispers. Teixiera himself would be the first to tell you that Arod coming back was the most important ingredient in his revival this year. If you look at his entire career his production goes up and down depending on the kind of protection he’s got behind him. He feasts on strikes.
Laura
August 31st, 2009 at 9:37 pm
Yankee fans that boo aren’t real fans. Anyone that boos Hairston when they get back to the stadium is an idiot and an embarrassment to us all.
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Amen. These people are a disgrace. They don’t even watch the game or know what they’re watching. I have no idea where they came from. I just wish they would leave.
I absolutely do not believe that anyone will boo Hairston.
“Yankee fans that boo aren’t real fans. Anyone that boos Hairston when they get back to the stadium is an idiot and an embarrassment to us all.”
It’s so sad because you know he’s going to hear it. Did you guys ever see that documentary about Bobby Valentine managing in Japan? That was eye opening.
Who ARE these random names that appear, having never been seen before and make posts like these?
Honestly.
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Lol, Angel.
“Amen. These people are a disgrace. They don’t even watch the game or know what they’re watching. I have no idea where they came from. I just wish they would leave.”
They showed up in 1996 and unfortunately, they haven’t left.
I hate Bruney in these situations. For some reason, he seems to pitch better when the game is close. When he has a big lead he has a harder time finding the strike zone.
rivera is up in the pen
trisha there will be some idiots that boo. I hope fans that see him on the street tomorrow tell him to keep his head up.
Lead off walk for Bruney. Man — I do not like Bruney at all.
I miss watching Andy already
Bunny,
You need a new ghost writer. He’s stealing your money.
why does bruney have to make it hard for himself…throw strikes brian!
Throw strikes Bruney
Bruney
Why even bring in Bruney?
You’re basically going to have to bring in MO anyway at some point. Might as well just finish it off easily.
jen, dollars to donuts that Andy himself gives him some support if he hasn’t already.
Laura
August 31st, 2009 at 9:41 pm
“Amen. These people are a disgrace. They don’t even watch the game or know what they’re watching. I have no idea where they came from. I just wish they would leave.”
They showed up in 1996 and unfortunately, they haven’t left.
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You go to the games?
Shall we just pick them off, one by one?
What’s the over/under on the complaints starting about Cano not hustling on that pop up?
I don’t know pat, I consider myself a pretty good Arod disdain barometer and it’s been almost non-existent this year. I don’t know what it is, I can’t pinpoint it, but it’s probably a combination of the timely clutch hitting, humility and just his all around “shut up and play” attitude that makes him for the first time just seem like one of the guys instead of the guy who is not going to be happy with a win unless he’s the one getting the back page. I think the steroid/hip thing has also lowered expectations from the fans and more importantly – from himself.
Bunny is offending my sensibilities and does not belong on this forum.
so is this a save situation now?
trisha – OPPC lifetime member who fears no team except the Yankees
August 31st, 2009 at 9:44 pm
jen, dollars to donuts that Andy himself gives him some support if he hasn’t already.
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That’s our Andy. Remember when he said he’d been “sick to my stomach” ever since 2003 WS? And he pitched great and lost a heartbreaker!
Why wasn’t Cano hustling on that pop up? It almost caused a collision with Swisher.
I guess that out eliminates that idea
Too bad Bruney isn’t reliable anymore.
“You go to the games? Shall we just pick them off, one by one?”
I wish. I’m in Chicago.
I sincerely hope that when Joba has pitched as long as Pettitte has he won’t need to take notes. Meow.
Andy is a great guy and a great pitcher. I hated it when fans picked on Andy for his 14-14 record last season and said he wasn’t a 2nd season pitcher. The man was hurt. He pitched beautifully today and I am sorry he missed his perfect game. Feel so bad for Jerry also as he is a good player and has played well for the Yankees.
Is Cano getting hot or what? RISP? Never fear.
This team is incredible. Start buying your tickets as announced today.
How charitable of Bruney… he knows MO hasn’t worked much at all lately and is giving him an oppurtunity to pick up a save.
They need to get Bruney fixed.
I have no idea how Jones even reached that pitch, let alone hit it that hard. He is some kind of talent.
Just shows why I can’t stand Bruney. Instead of just bringing in Mo and ending it known 2 runners on and Mo is on anyways.
MG
August 31st, 2009 at 9:44 pm
What’s the over/under on the complaints starting about Cano not hustling on that pop up?
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MG,
Don’t know if you recall, but we had a nice discussion about Melancon when you first joined.
You told us that you had pitched quite a bit and I haven’t had a chance to say, I enjoy your presence here, even when I’m just lurking.
Brian PEW=NEY
Bruney, lol – can’t even get through an inning with a 4 run lead.
So sick of Bruney
How does this guy make the postseason roster? I’d rather have Gaudin than this bum.
Dan
August 31st, 2009 at 9:46 pm
Why wasn’t Cano hustling on that pop up? It almost caused a collision with Swisher.
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if you had 2 minutes on that over/under you are a winner!!!!!
Laura, don’t know how many chances you give someone, nothing has worked so far. He just has terrible control.
Tying run on deck = Save situation.
Bruney is like an unmarked box of chocolates. You never know what you’re going to get inside.
Last time out he was great.
Cano’s talent is ridiculous.
I love how Cano always has a huge smile on his face after he makes a good play.
“They need to get Bruney fixed.”
That’ll be Joe Giradi’s next PSA.
Cano made that look easy, I’m sure someone will complain about him loafing…
Bruney walking Roberts was bad. The pitch to Jones wat a still a good pitch you give credit to Jones for hitting that. Bruney is odd he pitches very well one game and then the next game he cant command the plate.
Oh well Mo needs the work.
Late & Close: .602 OPS in 51 PA
Tie Game: .243 OPS in 21 PA
Within 1 Run: .431 OPS in 21 PA
Within 2 Runs: .573 OPS in 56 PA
Guess whose pitching splits those are. Bruney’s not useless, he’s just bad in low-leverage situations. Wish Girardi would realize it.
Bunny go away. You are not funny.
There’s that Cano, being lazy and trying to look cool on an easy play. What a bum.
Bruney’s problem is command and movement. Other than that…
Cano looking like Willie Mays. His golden glove chances are looking up.
As much fun as it is to answer back this troll. We need to remember to bite our tongues and ignore it. It will go away if no one replies.
Oh my, gosh.
“I didn’t say Arod saved his career, I said he saved his “Yankee” career.”
True – that’s definitely not the same thing as his “career” period. It’s just that from day one, people started saying Tex’s resurgence and Arod’s return were directly correlated. I hated it then and I hate it now. Obviously whoever is protected in a lineup by A-Rod will reap some serious benefits. That said, it’s almost as if as Yankee fans we have to criticize the guy and intuitively perceive that his ability is “cheapened” because he bats 3rd,
Somewhere Vince Coleman was cringing
You can hop along now Bunny.
Au revoir.
Woohoo!
That said, he simply won’t be on the post-season roster…….he’s killing himself.
Great game………!
Bruney. :/
Laura
August 31st, 2009 at 9:46 pm
“You go to the games? Shall we just pick them off, one by one?”
I wish. I’m in Chicago.
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We win.
Great town, though
Yeah we won 6 1/2 up on the soxs. Magic number 26?
Mo = God. I am eagerly anticipating Andy’s post-game.
Nice win…despite of Bruney’s best efforts to let the O’s back in it.
Nice game.
Here’s hoping AJ has a good game tomorrow.
GreenBeret7
August 31st, 2009 at 9:50 pm
There’s that Cano, being lazy and trying to look cool on an easy play. What a bum.
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get a room
Bunny sux a Cadbury egg.
…and BTW, what’s up in Braintree, chump?
“He needs to pitch in a higher league, if there is one. Ban him from baseball. He should be illegal” – Tom Kelly on Mariano Rivera – April 1996.
Jennifer, good intentions but please don’t remind us of magic numbers. Got to win the games one win at a time.
If you people complaining about the hit off of Bruney, watch the replays and see how up and far off of the plate it was. Jones had no business being able to hit it, let alone pull it that hard. Jones is a major talent. He’d look great in pinstripes.
Bruney wanted Mariano to get the save for Pettitte!
have two players ever aged better together than jeter and rivera ?
just amazing how they both keep their games at such a high level at this point in their careers.
Swisher’s YES on-field post-game reaction:
http://www.zshare.net/audio/64953265ff6f3afc/
Forget about Bruney. He’s a non-issue once the playoffs roll around.
Great job by Andy, who’s the second best pitcher on the team right now.
I guess Andy is so locked in right now, even having that rotten old borderline Hall of Famer catch him didn’t even throw him off his game.
Must be such a burden having to be caught by Posada
haha swish said the fans were letting him hear that he was a triple away from cycle.
Randy I ( The Original Tin Cup / aka Clank ) …As the Yanks speed their way to what I suspect will be another AL Pennant, I strive for some sense of tranquility here so it can be pleasant for awhile…This season here at The LoHud has been mared at times with such bs that many perfer to stay away…….I wonder if tha’s why CB & even SJ have been absent as of late….I know there are times I just watch the game and wait until afterwards to post……..By the way, I watched Tiger’s 190 yard 8 iron shot again today…..Incredible
NYY626 – Go Andy!
August 31st, 2009 at 9:53 pm
Mo = God.
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Well, he certainly has him on speed dial.
This team is a machine. It’s like they only lose games when they get bored. It’s a good thing they have games left against the Angels and Red Sox to keep their edge up heading into the playoffs.
It wasn’t the walk to Jones that cooked Bruney, it was the walk that preceded it.
Well that clinches it, Posada let the perfect game, then no hitter, then shut out get away. Shoulda had Molina in there after the sixth. Molina is much better with the pitchers.
Amazing that Pettitte is the first pitcher in over 50 years to start a 15 year career without a losing season. Last year’s 14-14 record was his worst.
“Must be such a burden having to be caught by Posada ”
HUGE Burden.
Just think though. If Molina could catch all of Mitre’s games, Mitre would be the leading candidate for the Cy Young!
GreenBeret7 August 31st, 2009 at 10:00 pm
Amazing that Pettitte is the first pitcher in over 50 years to start a 15 year career without a losing season. Last year’s 14-14 record was his worst.
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Wow, thanks for that stat GB. Thats amazing.
Those thinking that Bruney won’t be on the post-season roster are delusional. He’ll be there and he’ll contribute.
There’s still 2 hours to pick up a relief pitcher on waivers and have them eligible for the playoffs! White Sox unloading!
NYY626 – Go Andy!
August 31st, 2009 at 10:02 pm
GreenBeret7 August 31st, 2009 at 10:00 pm
Amazing that Pettitte is the first pitcher in over 50 years to start a 15 year career without a losing season. Last year’s 14-14 record was his worst.
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Wow, thanks for that stat GB. Thats amazing.
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Sure thing. I know that it’s been longer, but, not sure who, if any has done better. Ford was close.
I’m not going to feed our little furry troll. I’ll just talk about the Red Sox.
What’s up with Wakefield? I think he’s out for the season with his back.
Beckett? Lost his curve and some fastball velocity, eh?
Lester is due to get shelled. Couldn’t be more timely, against the Rays.
I really like this Yankee team this year. They’re everything the Red Sox aren’t.
GB, color me deluded…..I see nothing to indicate he’s going to be an effective presence in the pen. Right now, he’s contributing…….to the other team. That said, the pen is shaky outside of Mo and Phil, so I can’t say that there is anyone better to take his place.
at least Texas is making it competitive
Washburn’s been quite the bust for Detroit. If Minny hangs on, they’ll pick up a full game.
The Tampa-Sox series looks like it’s going to be a cat-fight. Wonder if Youk’s going to bring his stiletto’s.
And of course tonight’s the night the Jay’s offense explodes although Texas is creeping back in the game.
“the pen is shaky outside of Mo and Phil,”
You may need to lower your expectations of what is reasonable to expect from bullpen pitchers.
I’d rather think “Fatal Attraction!”
YES post-game Booth Report with Bob Lorenz, Ken Singleton, and Michael Kay:
http://www.zshare.net/audio/64953874f240f922/
Bruney has gone 8.2 innings without an ER against him including 2 innings against Boston.
“Nite all! See ya tomorrow! Think Easter!”
I’m thinking Fatal Attraction. That didn’t work out for the bunny, either.
pat m-
it’s not the same blog without cb and sj44 . they really do take it to a higher level.
on the other hand it’s pete’s blog and he takes it to a pretty high level himself.
if cb and sj44 continue to post infrequently, i think pete will need to jump in a bit more to provide some quality structure to the comments.
there’s a lot of other good people but some of the discussions get off on tangents without some leadership. the whole craziness with posadagate was an example of that. the last time i remember sj on the blog was him saying how ridiculous the whole thing was.
he was actually told he didn’t know much about catching despite the fact his influence produced the #1 catcher picked in the draft. so could he get sick of pissing in the wind as you say?
i’d say it’s possible.
Bruney for the most part has pitched very well in august. He had that bad game at fenway but other than that he has been pretty good. He has a 0.90 era in august. He just pitched that scorless innning in the 10th against the white sox.
Pettitte- 8 innings,2 hits,1 run,0 BB’s, 8 k’s,104 pitches…outstanding
Greenberet7 wrote:
Amazing that Pettitte is the first pitcher in over 50 years to start a 15 year career without a losing season. Last year’s 14-14 record was his worst.
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What’s the record for most winning seasons with a 4+ ERA? Andy is working on his 8th. That HAS to be the record, no?
Imagine giving up Austin Jackson for Washburn? Oh brothere.
35 games over .500 with 5 weeks remaining. I’ll take it. Not looking too good for my preseason prediction of 99 wins though – they will have to go 16-15 to *only get 99 wins.
Per ESPN News Andy’s 26 wins against Baltimore (26-6) is the most wins against a team by any pitcher in MLB – very cool stat
Question is do you trust Bruney in the playoffs? No, how about Coke? Maybe Marte will pitch like he did for Pittsburgh.
It was so heart warming that when Jerry came off the field after that error at third that most of the Yankees gave him heads up. That is team work and chemistry. Girardi’s reaction was super great also. Need anyone say that this team is going far this season?
Pat, you’re probably right…..I suppose most pens are not overly reliable. We’re lucky enough to have Mo and Phil……and some good arms (which we do have, despite their inconsistency in big spots)
Bruney is absolutely going to be on the postseason roster. You can book it.
They need to get Bruney fixed.
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Good manners prevent me from making a comment.
Bruney looked good Friday. He’s just walking too many guys.
The leadoff is what sunk him tonight. The hit was a tough pitch.
I think he’s got some concentration problems as he just doesn’t always bring his A game unless the game is tight but that was sort of his issue coming to the Yankees in the first place.
17-13 here on out to get 100 wins!…wow
There’s still and hour and forty minutes to pick up a relief pitcher on waivers.
The White Sox have sent out a memo declaring Thome, Dye, Linebrink etc can be had via trade (tho they must be traded by midnight tonight if they want them on the playoff roster)… Dye or Linebrink worth the effort?
Mo’s YES post-game reaction:
http://www.zshare.net/audio/64954195c48c446f/
Humberto Sanchez just moved from Trenton up to SWB.
That means someone is headed to the Bronx. I want both Melancon & Dunn up here.
“There’s still and hour and forty minutes to pick up a relief pitcher on waivers.”
Maybe Huston Street? Remember the good old days when the Rockies stunk and we would fantasize about getting Street? Ahhhh…
Linebrink might be if Sox absorb some of next years 5+ million.
“Bruney for the most part has pitched very well in august. He had that bad game at fenway but other than that he has been pretty good. He has a 0.90 era in august. He just pitched that scorless innning in the 10th against the white sox.”
Be careful though. Those numbers are a bit deceiving. In many of those games he had to be rescued and his relief just got him off the hook.
Still, it’s not that he’s getting rocked, he’s just walking too many guys and at the most inopportune situations. Kind of like tonight.
This team won 23 games in August and Hughes and Mo combined to throw a grand total of 21.0 IP.
The bullpen outside of Mo and Hughes have done the job for the most part despite what people may think.
“HUGE Burden.”
Now Trisha, even you can’t be serious about that.
With the acquisition of Peavy/Rios, the White Sox are looking to dump salary. Methinks they wouldn’t want to absorb any cost on any of those players.
aww JHJ feels terrible
Girardi’s YES post-game reaction:
http://www.zshare.net/audio/64954299f60109e7/
“I just missed it. No one feels worse than me” Hairston
“17-13 here on out to get 100 wins!…wow”
17-14 but who’s counting.
I’m also not thinking about the 24-8 the Sox would need to go to force a playoff.
I hope Bruney enjoys his role as mop-up guy in October.
Hairston JR’s YES post-game reaction:
http://www.zshare.net/audio/649544267456bb0a/
Pel = awesome.
Randy I, This place takes a big hit if those 2 baseball guys split…….I watched a similar event a few days ago when you were getting drilled about the skills required to being a effective catcher…I will not rehash that issue and those involved, but this season has been tough here at times….Starting with Torre’s book to Alex, and so on……It’s too of a site to lose more baseball people…….I’m glad you’re thick skinned, but then again most catchers are
glenngiangrande SI’s Jon Heyman reporting that the Yankees and Rockies have inquired about D’Backs SP Jon Garland ahead of the 12 AM waiver trade deadline..
from twitter
“I hope Bruney enjoys his role as mop-up guy in October.”
Hopefully he’ll be mopping up wins.
“17-14 but who’s counting.
I’m also not thinking about the 24-8 the Sox would need to go to force a playoff.”
yea your right…pete said there were 30 games left but alas there are 31!
“glenngiangrande SI’s Jon Heyman reporting that the Yankees and Rockies have inquired about D’Backs SP Jon Garland ahead of the 12 AM waiver trade deadline..
from twitter”
buster olney debunked that..
I was just going to post that.
glenngiangrande Buster appears to be refuting Heyman’s claim, but who knows, right? I’ve never been high on Garland, but he’d be an upgrade.
Garland would be a fantastic pick up. Imagine him as our #5!
Andy is such a good sport. That was a really nice interview.
Andy’s YES post-game reaction:
http://www.zshare.net/audio/649548279f421faf/
“17-13 here on out to get 100 wins!…wow”
17-14 but who’s counting.
I’m also not thinking about the 24-8 the Sox would need to go to force a playoff.
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probably not unless yanks sweep boston in the final series.. If not, boston will win the season series and will win the division and yanks will be wild card… There will be a playoff game only to decide if one of the two teams has to make it to the playoffs.. Its a moot point anyway as yanks will clinch before sept 15th..
>Pel = awesome.
11-10 in Arlington
going to the 8th
Wow, Derek Holland really got murdered tonight by the Toronto bats:
3.0 IP, 7 H, 10 ER, 3 BB
You don’t see someone give up double digit runs too often.
Jorge’s YES post-game reaction:
http://www.zshare.net/audio/64955035521c73bc/
Btw, a Yankee win tomorrow will make the Orioles the first team to get eliminated from playoff contention this season. Their magic number is down to 2.
Alex may not need second surgery
http://www.nypost.com/seven/08.....187429.htm
Jorge’s nickname for Jerry is Jay Hair.
Sounds like all the teammates tried to pick up Jerry. Kept talking about what a great pick up he’s been and what he’s brought to this club. glad to hear it.
SI_JonHeyman: #yanks did get freddy guzman, a stolen base artist, from orioles minors. plus, they dont really need much at this point.
Girardi has Bruney on a short leash. When he gets in trouble, he calls for Mo. Can’t blame Girardi.
When Bruney comes in a game, you wonder will he have command issues. With Hughes you don’t have those questions.
Hughes and Mo are the 2 reliable guys in the pen.
Major League Baseball requires 3,000 seats be provided to players and the media, and between 5,500 and 9,500 seats are set aside each playoff game for sponsors.
http://www.nypost.com/seven/08.....187433.htm
But the Yankees are the on evil empire? yet MLB mandates they set aside up to 12,500 seats!
I wonder how many seats mlb will mandate be set aside for the cast of dancing with the stars?
pat m-
i have a hunch as the yankees get close to clinching a lot of the disharmony will drop and people will genuinely be excited about the prospect of #27 enough to put the BS aside..
there is the potential for this to be a special yankee team that stays in the memories just like the teams we rooted for as kids. my father is 88 and doesn’t miss a game. i’d really like to see this team with jeter , rivera , pettitte , and posada have a last hurrah and win it all .
there’s been more than enough indication they have it in them.
i would love for the yankees to meet the dodgers in the world series.
that would be a fitting way to wrap up this year.
and with a win for the yankees of course.
I knew it. The Twins are right in the race for the Central division. The Tigers aren’t running away with it. The Yankees might be facing the Twins first round vs. their old friend Carl Pavano.
The team better score runs for AJ tomorrow… it’s getting tiresome watching him lose games in which he records a quality start.
The pitcher BAL is throwing out tomorrow is probably their most consistent one and limited us to one run at the stadium last time, but can we please beat him up?
The Twins might be on the verge of getting Rich Harden, too.
I expect them to all but officially eliminate the ChiSox from contention this week.
I’m so afraid of facing the Twins… the 7-0 against them scares me.
“i would love for the yankees to meet the dodgers in the world series.
that would be a fitting way to wrap up this year.
and with a win for the yankees of course.”
I can just see that series ending with a Fanny Ramirez strike out vs. Mo; with him never taking the bat off his shoulder.
Quantity has run off quality.
Verbosity has run off succinctness.
Ignorance has trumped knowledge.
Self-referential explanations for conclusions have replaced clear-headed analysis.
Good times in Reno, but the Aces trail the Billy Beanie Babies of Sacramento 7-3 early. It’s extra fun to see Eric Byrnes in left field for the Aces.
Heard Keith Law this afternoon. Good stuff.
1. Said that mauer is mvp for now, but Jeter is right behind him. Not thrilled about Tex because there’s supposed to be production at that position. Defensively mauer and Jeter play up the middle. Oddly, though he talked about how a player plays on defense is important to him. This for me personally is important to consider. Tex’s presence at 1B improved our defense multi-fold imo.
2. He has a NL Cy Young vote, Lincecum’s up there, but….(he wasn’t entrhalled by Timmy). Brought up the pitcher-friendly park. The weak division, facing Arizona and San Diego lots. He said that Wainright, Cain, others,including Javy Vasquez all in the conversation.
3. Asked about the Dodgers and why they’ve been playing .500 ball for 2 months. Said that losing Billingsly and Kuroda hurt. But, and this is the funny part, losing some bullpen arms to overuse hurt them, too.
Mike R August 31st, 2009 at 11:02 pm
I’m so afraid of facing the Twins… the 7-0 against them scares me.
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Funny stuff.
People are afraid of the Angels because they’ve historically played poorly against them in recent years and you have others who are scared of the Twins even though the Yanks have owned them in recent years, including this season.
Only in Yankeeland, I guess.
The only thing that scares me are spiders.
Whatever the team, bring it on.
Grilli = awful. Just awful.
From Heyman twitter
“yanks calling up pena, cervelli, melancon and dunn tomorrow.”
“Now Trisha, even you can’t be serious about that.”
Of course not. I don’t think there’s a better tandem in baseball than Posada and Andy.
If 2006 taught me anything, it’s that you’d better be careful what you wish for. I was among those that was hoping the Yankees would face Detroit in the ALDS, and look how that turned out.
glad to see cervelli back. anyone listening to bill daughtry on espnradio? can anyone hate on ny teams more than this guy?
Randy I, Yeah the Yanks / Dodgers would be great across the board….The ratings would be all time highs….Great historical value….I have felt since Spring Training that this was going to be a special season for Yankee fans….This is a real good ball club, even with the loss of Wang and Nady……You and your Pop get to watch # 27 come November….Selig is a moroon, for allowing so much time for the first round and forces the WS into November……
Wow congrats to Mike Dunn strikeout machine.
Nick in SF at Aces Stadium in Reno August 31st, 2009 at 11:06 pm
Good times in Reno, but the Aces trail the Billy Beanie Babies of Sacramento 7-3 early. It’s extra fun to see Eric Byrnes in left field for the Aces.
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I remember seeing Byrnes tackling a guy who rushed the field years ago. Took him right off the right field wall. A Yankee game. Tino hit 2 HR’s.
Michael Dunn is also a walk machine.
Let’s hope he improves on that.
As long as he isn’t a homer machine like Coke.
Dunn can be a homer machine as long as he doesn’t walk two hitters and then give up that bomb.
Solo home runs won’t kill you. It’s the 3-run homers that kill you.
Giuseppe Franco August 31st, 2009 at 11:24 pm
Dunn can be a homer machine as long as he doesn’t walk two hitters and then give up that bomb.
Solo home runs won’t kill you. It’s the 3-run homers that kill you.
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4 solo homers in a row can. Or so I’ve heard.
The Twins have no ace. They are not a scary team, all you have to do is stop the M & M boys and they are done. Anyway the Twins always play bad against us, jinda of like the Yankees vs. Angels or Angels vs. Red Sox.
Only 3 of Coke’s 10 HRs have been more than solo
*he did come in to a game against Oakland and allow inherited runners to score on a HR, so if you count that, it is 4.
so theres a lot of people speaking out on how jeters the mvp in the al….while he is having a very good season, there are 3 al players who are ahead of him and should be the 3 chosen from to win the mvp- they are: joe mauer, mark teixiera, and kendry morales….my choice: kendry morales
Texas’ bullpen strikes again
Yanks win! 26!!
Toronto busted that one open.
sorry- kinda. typing to fast.
Seems like Jim Thome is on the move.
I wonder who is going after Thome
Multiple ChiSox beat writers are now reporting it
Can Thome play the field?
It would have to be an AL team with the DH spot open.
Maybe LA? Detroit?
garland to dodgers could happen
Randy Wolf has a 3.25 ERA? Geez. Maybe the Yankees should send Joba on a vacation to the NL West to boost his confidence up for October.
Dunn is a left hand version of Bard of Boston. Can crank it up to the high nineties. Watching baseball is all about entertainment. Should be pretty nice to watch Dunn and listen for the sizzle. Wildness can be fixed.
Are you kidding me? Toronto beat Tex 18-10,but couldn’t score a run for Halladay Sunday.
Ozzie’s CWS lost #4 to Minn.4-1
Ohlendorf and Veras came out of nowhere in 07 and knocked Villone and Bruney off the postseason roster.
“Can Thome play the field?”
I don’t think Thome has played the field in 3 years.
He’s a slower Matsui at this point.
He’s probably the nicest guy in baseball too.
Joba, and his entire 3 innings of work, is slated to face Halladay on Friday.
Maybe the Mets acquired Thome to play right field.
LA has no room for Thome. Detroit is a possibility, although I don’t see why the White Sox would trade with them.
I was at that game too, Bronx Jeers…Byrnes is 2-4 in the 6th, the Aces trailing 10-5 with 2 on… tension in the biggest little city…
A relative sent me a lovely photo of the Reno bb stadium. It was all lit up and reminded me of the Reno nightlife lights.
Let’s hope that Joba’s attitude is better than yours when he faces Halladay who has been losing lately. Joba has faced aces before and held his own. Joba’s career did not begin w/ the 4th game after ASG.
According to the new Chamberlain Choices he will build up pitch strength hoping to get him to 110 + before post season. So he will probably go 4 or 5 IP this game. Or 3 IP, it is Girardi’s c hoice not your or mine.
You make it sound like this is his first professional game and all he has is 3 IP. Oh, ye of little faith.
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